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Y874 LJX

2001 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,357 mi
Last recorded20,357 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY874 LJX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 20,357 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 19,585 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 18,920 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 18,664 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 18,586 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 18,534 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 18,534 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 18,452 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 18,452 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 18,043 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 18,043 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2017 17,689 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 17,379 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 17,291 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 16,929 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 16,844 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 16,637 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 16,027 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 15,393 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 14,615 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 14,463 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 13,034 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 11,902 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 9,918 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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Y874 LJX is a 2001 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y874 LJX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y874 LJX registered?

Y874 LJX is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y874 LJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y874 LJX shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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