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Y242 RBP

2001 BMW F Series

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

46,000 mi
Last recorded46,000 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY242 RBP
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 46,000 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 45,961 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2023 43,494 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 41,675 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2021 39,873 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 38,435 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 38,411 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 38,352 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 38,204 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 38,027 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 38,027 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 31,788 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 27,093 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 27,045 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 27,026 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 24,386 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 24,386 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 20 May 2008 21,168 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 21,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Mar 2007 15,062 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 15,062 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 8,175 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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Y242 RBP is a 2001 BMW F Series in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 Y242 RBP, 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 Y242 RBP registered?

Y242 RBP is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 12 March 2001.

Is Y242 RBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y242 RBP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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