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W478 TDP

2000 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

21,445 mi
Last recorded21,445 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW F Series22,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW478 TDP
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 21,445 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2025 21,445 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 20,328 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 19,058 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 17,334 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 16,664 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 15,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 13,459 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 13,459 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 10,308 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 10,308 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2017 10,100 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 10,092 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 10,060 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 10,060 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 9,990 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 9,990 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 9,701 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 9,650 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 9,552 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 9,117 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 9,117 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 8,682 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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W478 TDP is a 2000 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 W478 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 W478 TDP registered?

W478 TDP is a 2000 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 March 2000.

Is W478 TDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W478 TDP shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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