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Y978 WCC

2001 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,231 mi
Last recorded12,231 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY978 WCC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 12,231 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 12,226 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 12,177 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 12,165 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 12,165 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jul 2015 12,107 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 12,107 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 12,092 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 12,007 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 12,007 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 11,867 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 11,276 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 Feb 2010 9,627 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 7,224 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 6,848 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 5,359 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2007 5,359 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2006 4,699 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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Y978 WCC is a 2001 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y978 WCC, 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 Y978 WCC registered?

Y978 WCC is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 13 August 2001.

Is Y978 WCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y978 WCC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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