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Y272 YYX

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

28,399 mi
Last recorded28,399 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY272 YYX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 28,399 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 28,099 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 27,689 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 27,549 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 27,096 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 26,645 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 26,063 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 25,848 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 25,848 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2016 24,768 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 23,681 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 21,796 miles

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 21,796 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 20,997 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 Mar 2013 20,997 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 18,631 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 16,780 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 15,495 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 13,615 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 13,615 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 12,061 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 10,615 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 3,632 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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Y272 YYX is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 Y272 YYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y272 YYX registered?

Y272 YYX is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is Y272 YYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y272 YYX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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