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Y891 COT

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,792 mi
Last recorded22,792 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY891 COT
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 22,792 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 22,589 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 22,582 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Throttle cable requires slight ajustment

Pass 25 Apr 2018 20,452 miles

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

Rear tyre contaminated with chain lube

Pass 15 Apr 2017 18,204 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 16,872 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 15,950 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 14,256 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012
Fail 26 Jul 2011 12,729 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 12,729 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 11,812 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 10,759 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 9,488 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 7,604 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 5,230 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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Y891 COT is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 Y891 COT, 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 Y891 COT registered?

Y891 COT is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 26 June 2001.

Is Y891 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y891 COT shows 16 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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