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Y796 NFB

2001 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,004 mi
Last recorded30,004 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY796 NFB
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 30,004 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 26,159 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 26,122 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 24,842 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 22,409 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 18,192 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 16,235 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 15,771 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 15,516 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 15,129 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 15,054 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 14,613 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 13,524 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 12,838 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 11,761 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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Y796 NFB 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 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y796 NFB, 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 Y796 NFB registered?

Y796 NFB is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y796 NFB safe to buy?

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