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Y198 YPX

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

754 mi
Last recorded754 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY198 YPX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2024 754 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 695 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 1 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 8,427 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 84,110 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 8,281 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 7,513 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 6,569 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 5,932 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 YPX is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YPX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y198 YPX registered?

Y198 YPX is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 July 2001.

Is Y198 YPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y198 YPX shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y198 YPX have outstanding finance?

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