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Y296 KAD

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,278 mi
Last recorded33,278 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY296 KAD
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 33,278 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 32,618 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 31,786 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 30,401 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 29,294 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 29,294 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 13 Jan 2012 26,807 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 26,807 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 25,148 miles

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

front tyre is worn unevenly.

Pass 2 Mar 2010 23,982 miles

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

front tyre wearing uneven

Pass 2 Mar 2009 22,484 miles

drive sprokets wearing

rear brake fluid low

Fail 18 Feb 2009 22,484 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

drive sprokets wearing

rear brake fluid low

Pass 20 Feb 2008 19,622 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 17,239 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2006 16,346 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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Y296 KAD is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y296 KAD, 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 Y296 KAD registered?

Y296 KAD is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 July 2001.

Is Y296 KAD safe to buy?

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