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W473 TDP

2000 BMW F Series

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

20,378 mi
Last recorded20,378 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW473 TDP
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 20,378 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 20,264 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 20,191 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 19,974 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2022 19,687 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2021 19,504 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 19,152 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2019 18,953 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 18,794 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 18,605 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 18,428 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 17,931 miles

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

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

both front fork gaiters insecure and split

Fail 23 Apr 2015 17,931 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

both front fork gaiters insecure and split

Pass 29 Apr 2014 17,616 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 17,477 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2012 17,385 miles
Pass 18 May 2011
Pass 7 Apr 2010 16,737 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 16,178 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

advise rear foot brake travel

Pass 12 Apr 2007 15,682 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 14,507 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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W473 TDP is a 2000 BMW F Series in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 W473 TDP, 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 W473 TDP registered?

W473 TDP is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 March 2000.

Is W473 TDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W473 TDP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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