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YT51 YSC

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,618 mi
Last recorded31,618 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT51 YSC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 31,618 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 28,556 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 25,404 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 25,404 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 25,080 miles

front tyre has slight cracking to sidewall and between treads

Pass 19 Mar 2020 24,640 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 24,313 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 23,997 miles

front tyre is perished

Fail 4 Aug 2016 23,997 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

front tyre is perished

Pass 11 Jul 2013 23,270 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 23,242 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,229 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 22,768 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 22,754 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,206 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2008 18,784 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 18,784 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 15,707 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 13,184 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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YT51 YSC is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YT51 YSC, 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 YT51 YSC registered?

YT51 YSC is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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