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W778 WGN

2000 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

22,289 mi
Last recorded22,289 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW778 WGN
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 22,289 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

cush drive on rear wheel worn - advise replacement

Fail 29 Sep 2020 22,290 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

fuel cap rubber perrished

rear suspension seized

Fail 17 Sep 2020 22,289 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

fuel cap rubber perrished

rear suspension seized

Pass 2 Aug 2019 22,099 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 19,888 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 19,888 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 17,860 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 14,937 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Jul 2016 14,937 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 13,374 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 13,374 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 9,459 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 9,459 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 7,017 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 4,736 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 2,535 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 885 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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W778 WGN is a 2000 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2000 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,573 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W778 WGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W778 WGN registered?

W778 WGN is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 6 June 2000.

Is W778 WGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W778 WGN shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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