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Y581 NVX

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

9,845 mi
Last recorded9,845 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY581 NVX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 9,845 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 9,457 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 9,422 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 9,409 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 8,796 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 8,796 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2013 7,802 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 7,167 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 1,942 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 49,987 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 46,400 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 35,742 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 31,550 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 28,239 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 28,130 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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Y581 NVX is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y581 NVX, 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 Y581 NVX registered?

Y581 NVX is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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