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YD51 NXA

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,977 mi
Last recorded41,977 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD51 NXA
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 41,977 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear swing arm mounting has slight free play

Pass 14 Mar 2025 39,572 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 37,269 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 32,993 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 31,244 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 31,222 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 31,177 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 27,091 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 26,931 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 26,931 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2015 25,673 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 23,672 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 21,909 miles

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 20,388 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 18,398 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 16,027 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 13,671 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 13,655 miles

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 19 Jul 2008 10,218 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 7,424 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 4,317 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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YD51 NXA is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YD51 NXA, 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 YD51 NXA registered?

YD51 NXA is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 18 October 2001.

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The MOT history for YD51 NXA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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