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W98 PUY

2000 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,595 mi
Last recorded22,595 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW98 PUY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 22,595 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 22,595 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 22,586 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 21,610 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 20,088 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion O/S (2.3.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit FRONT (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 Apr 2017 20,088 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion O/S (2.3.3)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit FRONT (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2015 19,787 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 May 2015 19,601 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 19,022 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 18,254 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 17,498 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2012 17,498 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2011 16,125 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 15,159 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 13,506 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 12,385 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 7,656 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 5,727 miles

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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W98 PUY is a 2000 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W98 PUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W98 PUY registered?

W98 PUY is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 30 March 2000.

Is W98 PUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W98 PUY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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