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X184 CPA

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

51,119 mi
Last recorded51,119 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX184 CPA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 51,119 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 49,634 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 47,811 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 46,828 miles

Nearside L/H handle bar grip damaged

Pass 31 Jul 2021 45,966 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 44,587 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 44,562 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 42,825 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 42,280 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2018 42,278 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 39,766 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 38,822 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 37,301 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 35,679 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 34,347 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 32,063 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 29,247 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 27,246 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 25,285 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 23,893 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 22,132 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 22,132 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 16,211 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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X184 CPA is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 X184 CPA, 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 X184 CPA registered?

X184 CPA is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 February 2001.

Is X184 CPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X184 CPA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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