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Y271 UGW

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,005 mi
Last recorded53,005 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY271 UGW
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 53,005 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2021 53,005 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 50,619 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2020 50,537 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 46,761 miles

oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2018 42,414 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2018 42,408 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 37,537 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 35,817 miles

Front brake pads worn

Rear brake pads worn

Pass 27 Aug 2014 32,627 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

long travel in rear brake pedal

rear mud guard req,s attn

Pass 21 Sep 2013 30,483 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 28,100 miles

left hand side grip loose

Pass 12 Sep 2011 25,271 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 21,363 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 18,218 miles

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

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

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

rear brake fluid on min

Pass 2 Jul 2008 13,952 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 11,997 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 11,653 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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Y271 UGW is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 Y271 UGW, 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 Y271 UGW registered?

Y271 UGW is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y271 UGW safe to buy?

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