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YC51 XTF

2001 BMW F Series

Orange Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

26,586 mi
Last recorded26,586 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 XTF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 26,586 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jul 2025 26,577 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Lower suspension Bush worn to excess. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 26,218 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 25,813 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 25,813 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 25,216 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Apr 2022 25,216 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 24,532 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 24,532 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 23,658 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear tyre uneven ware

Pass 28 Apr 2018 22,386 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

fork tubes pitted

Pass 3 May 2017 21,817 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 21,678 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 21,624 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 21,474 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 21,314 miles

front brake lever bent

handle bar slightly bent, little clearance on full lock right

rear disc scored

Fail 2 Aug 2011 21,314 miles

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

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

front brake lever bent

handle bar slightly bent, little clearance on full lock right

rear disc scored

Pass 16 Jul 2010 20,873 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear wheel slightly restricted movement

Fail 9 Jul 2010 20,873 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear wheel slightly restricted movement

Pass 1 Jul 2009 20,401 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 19,457 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 14,071 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 10,678 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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YC51 XTF is a 2001 BMW F Series in Orange with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 XTF, 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 XTF registered?

YC51 XTF is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 26 November 2001.

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