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YC51 XSU

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,032 mi
Last recorded35,032 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 XSU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 35,032 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 34,918 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 34,680 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 34,555 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 33,411 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 33,357 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 31,294 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 30,544 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 28,469 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 28,469 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 May 2016 26,562 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2015 24,625 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 24,625 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 22,308 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 22,308 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 20,309 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 18 May 2012 18,201 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 16,594 miles

Drive belt excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 16,594 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 15,815 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 13,727 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 11,528 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 11,528 miles

Fuel cap missing (7.2.2a)

Pass 31 May 2007 10,447 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 9,657 miles

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

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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YC51 XSU is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YC51 XSU, 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 YC51 XSU registered?

YC51 XSU is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is YC51 XSU safe to buy?

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