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Y237 UDO

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,792 mi
Last recorded43,792 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY237 UDO
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 43,792 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 43,792 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 43,774 miles

Front tyre slight cracking in tread

Pass 17 Apr 2021 43,771 miles

Front tyre signs of cracking just starting

Pass 8 May 2018 43,579 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 43,184 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion nearside fork seal on limit (2.3.3)

Pass 7 May 2016 42,771 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 41,763 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 40,436 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2014 40,436 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 40,402 miles

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

O/S/F Indicator of different manufacturer to others fitted to the motorcycle

Pass 28 Jan 2012 40,309 miles

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

N/S Foot Peg Bent/Twisted

Non standard O/S/F indicator fitted to the machine

O/S indicators Flashing slightly faster than N/S

Fail 24 Jan 2012 40,309 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

N/S Foot Peg Bent/Twisted

Non standard O/S/F indicator fitted to the machine

O/S indicators Flashing slightly faster than N/S

Pass 1 May 2010 39,806 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2010 39,802 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

nearside rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 23 Apr 2009 39,198 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

REAR SUSPENSION STIFF AND CREAKING.

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 37,140 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 37,140 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 35,431 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 31,308 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 31,308 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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Y237 UDO is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y237 UDO, 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 Y237 UDO registered?

Y237 UDO is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 10 August 2001.

Is Y237 UDO safe to buy?

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