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X254 OEV

2000 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

89,840 mi
Last recorded89,840 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX254 OEV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 89,840 miles

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))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 88,833 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 88,831 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 88,747 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 87,173 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 86,024 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 85,574 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 85,061 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 84,724 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 84,578 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 84,445 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 84,407 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 81,655 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 81,655 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 81,522 miles

Chain guard has small split.

Fail 27 Jul 2013 81,522 miles

Chain guard has small split.

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 81,516 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Chain guard cracked.

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 80,816 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 80,509 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 74,437 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 70,485 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 66,004 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 60,895 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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X254 OEV is a 2000 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 X254 OEV, 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 X254 OEV registered?

X254 OEV is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X254 OEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X254 OEV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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