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Y579 FYC

2001 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

44,190 mi
Last recorded44,190 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R115030,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY579 FYC
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 44,190 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 44,190 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Trunion Bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 44,033 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 38,868 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 38,063 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 36,971 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 36,719 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2017 31,199 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 23,602 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 18,339 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 18,228 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 17,733 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 15,668 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 12,237 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 9,253 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 9,253 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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Y579 FYC is a 2001 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2001 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 30,864 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y579 FYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y579 FYC registered?

Y579 FYC is a 2001 BMW R1150, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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