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Y956 FHK

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,512 mi
Last recorded21,512 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY956 FHK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2015 21,512 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 14,038 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 13,751 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 13,162 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 12,660 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 11,669 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 11,669 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

nearside chain adjuster not secure

Pass 22 Aug 2008 11,166 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 11,166 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 10,121 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 7,035 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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Y956 FHK is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y956 FHK, 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 Y956 FHK registered?

Y956 FHK is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 24 March 2001.

Is Y956 FHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y956 FHK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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