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Y201 MHE

2001 BMW F Series

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,764 mi
Last recorded43,764 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY201 MHE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 43,764 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2018 43,764 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 37,659 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 34,323 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 32,461 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 30,855 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 30,097 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 26,997 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 22,309 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 22,309 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 20,757 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2009 20,757 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 19,418 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 17,534 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 16,617 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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Y201 MHE is a 2001 BMW F Series in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y201 MHE, 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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What year was Y201 MHE registered?

Y201 MHE is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 12 April 2001.

Is Y201 MHE safe to buy?

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