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Y202 FUP

2001 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,847 mi
Last recorded32,847 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY202 FUP
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 32,847 miles

Drive chain link poorly fitted.

Fail 10 May 2023 32,847 miles

Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

Drive chain link poorly fitted.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON the limit at time of test. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 32,681 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 32,595 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 31,839 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 30,576 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 30,337 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 29,387 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 28,884 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 28,856 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 16 May 2007 27,357 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 25,901 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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Y202 FUP is a 2001 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y202 FUP, 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 Y202 FUP registered?

Y202 FUP is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 4 April 2001.

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