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W879 PTE

2000 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,939 mi
Last recorded35,939 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW879 PTE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 35,939 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 35,398 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 34,757 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 33,229 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear brake slightly spongy

Pass 14 Aug 2017 31,239 miles

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 7 Aug 2017 31,239 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess siezed links (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 28,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit on limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jul 2015 25,989 miles

Nail in rear tyre

slight front brake bind

Fail 25 Jul 2015 25,989 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

slight front brake bind

Pass 29 Jul 2014 23,986 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 22,015 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 19,611 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

centre stand pivot tight †front brake has slight bind †front brake noisy

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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W879 PTE is a 2000 BMW F Series in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W879 PTE, 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 W879 PTE registered?

W879 PTE is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 14 August 2000.

Is W879 PTE safe to buy?

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