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X143 HTF

2001 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

11,133 mi
Last recorded11,133 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX143 HTF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 11,133 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 10,835 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 10,689 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 10,596 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 10,013 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 9,529 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 9,130 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 7,880 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 7,080 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 6,033 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 5,280 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 4,657 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 4,402 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 4,397 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2008 4,373 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 4,018 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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X143 HTF is a 2001 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X143 HTF, 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

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What year was X143 HTF registered?

X143 HTF is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 January 2001.

Is X143 HTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X143 HTF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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