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X118 CBL

2000 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,401 mi
Last recorded34,401 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX118 CBL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 34,401 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Feb 2026 34,401 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 33,861 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 32,431 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 30,645 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 29,934 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 29,351 miles

Offside Front brake lever bent but can still be readily applied

tank cap seal slightly perished

Pass 16 May 2019 28,730 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 28,730 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 27,990 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 24,910 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 19,172 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 13,398 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 11,177 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 9,103 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 8,833 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 7,887 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 7,887 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2009 7,413 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Mar 2009 7,413 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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X118 CBL is a 2000 BMW F Series in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X118 CBL, 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 X118 CBL registered?

X118 CBL is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 2 November 2000.

Is X118 CBL safe to buy?

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