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Y317 RJB

2001 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,943 mi
Last recorded47,943 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY317 RJB
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 47,943 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 43,986 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 38,162 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 30,946 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 30,946 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 25,796 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 23,731 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 21,352 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 21,352 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 17,196 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 12,748 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 9,080 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 9,075 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 7,862 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 6,772 miles

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

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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Y317 RJB is a 2001 BMW F Series in Yellow 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 Y317 RJB, 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 Y317 RJB registered?

Y317 RJB is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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