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X778 OBK

2001 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,067 mi
Last recorded52,067 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX778 OBK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2019 52,067 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 51,796 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 51,018 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 50,466 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 49,718 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 48,883 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 48,494 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 44,965 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 41,601 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 34,064 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 30,872 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 28,678 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 25,875 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2006 21,166 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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X778 OBK is a 2001 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X778 OBK, 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 X778 OBK registered?

X778 OBK is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 June 2001.

Is X778 OBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X778 OBK shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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