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WF51 BSZ

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

38,172 mi
Last recorded38,172 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF51 BSZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 38,172 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 38,172 miles

Rear Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 35,075 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 34,162 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 33,942 miles

Front front tyre has uneven wear

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 33,938 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 33,929 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre 1.5 rear tyre 2.00 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 33,227 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 32,439 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 31,262 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 29,680 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 27,959 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 25,664 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 22,682 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 20,686 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 20,686 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 19,866 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 19,866 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2010 17,026 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 12,937 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 7,395 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 7,190 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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WF51 BSZ is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 34,490 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF51 BSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 25 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WF51 BSZ?

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What year was WF51 BSZ registered?

WF51 BSZ is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is WF51 BSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF51 BSZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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