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Y878 LJX

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,195 mi
Last recorded21,195 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY878 LJX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2012 21,195 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 2 Jun 2012 21,195 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2011 20,185 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 18,732 miles

excess oil on rear sprocket

slight cracking in front tyre

Pass 18 Apr 2009 16,811 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Offside Front Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 15,694 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 14,444 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 13,342 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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Y878 LJX is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y878 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 Y878 LJX registered?

Y878 LJX is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 6 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y878 LJX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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