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Y294 GNN

2001 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

32,409 mi
Last recorded32,409 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY294 GNN
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 32,409 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 31,034 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 17,639 miles

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

some chain "o"rings missing

Fail 26 Jul 2011 17,639 miles

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

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

some chain "o"rings missing

Pass 28 Jul 2010 17,402 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Jul 2010 17,402 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Jul 2008 16,172 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2008 16,172 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 13,986 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2006 11,342 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 11,041 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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Y294 GNN is a 2001 BMW F Series in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y294 GNN, 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 Y294 GNN registered?

Y294 GNN is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y294 GNN safe to buy?

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