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Y198 KKG

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,871 mi
Last recorded16,871 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY198 KKG
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2013 16,871 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

pass light inop

Pass 25 Feb 2012 16,787 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 16,401 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 16,014 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Feb 2010 16,014 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 15,846 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 15,846 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 14,448 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 13,704 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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Y198 KKG is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,603 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 Y198 KKG, 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 25 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y198 KKG is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 3 August 2001.

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