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X49 OBP

2001 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

57,477 mi
Last recorded57,477 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX49 OBP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 57,477 miles

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))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 55,413 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 54,961 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 54,427 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 53,228 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 52,586 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 50,507 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 48,453 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 46,717 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 44,718 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 43,281 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 43,237 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2014 40,052 miles

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

front tyre worn unevenly, low remaining tread depth in places

slight play at rear wheel

Pass 2 May 2013 36,600 miles

slight play at rear wheel

Pass 5 Apr 2012 31,475 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 26,008 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 23,226 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 19,470 miles

engine oil level low

Pass 19 Jun 2008 17,265 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 17,247 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 14,635 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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X49 OBP is a 2001 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 X49 OBP, 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.

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What year was X49 OBP registered?

X49 OBP is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X49 OBP safe to buy?

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