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Y791 PSL

2001 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,983 mi
Last recorded20,983 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY791 PSL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 20,983 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 20,983 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 20,973 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 20,973 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 20,823 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 20,412 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 17,857 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 17,857 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 22 Mar 2010 14,353 miles

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

front and rear tyres sidewalls cracked

Pass 18 Mar 2009 10,630 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 9,863 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 8,406 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 7,339 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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Y791 PSL is a 2001 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y791 PSL, 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 Y791 PSL registered?

Y791 PSL is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 3 March 2001.

Is Y791 PSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y791 PSL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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