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W226 UAF

2000 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

35,100 mi
Last recorded35,100 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW226 UAF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 35,100 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2024 35,100 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 34,876 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 34,876 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 34,634 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 34,634 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 33,686 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 33,686 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 33,676 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 33,676 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 32,790 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 30,424 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 30,211 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Light Misting Of N/S/F (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 20,425 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 20,425 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Rear stop lamp not working. (1.3.1a)

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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W226 UAF is a 2000 BMW F Series in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2000 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,573 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 W226 UAF, 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 26 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 W226 UAF registered?

W226 UAF is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W226 UAF safe to buy?

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