The road tax status for F451 SBL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for F451 SBL?

The MOT for F451 SBL is valid and due for renewal on or before 10 April 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of F451 SBL?

The recorded mileage for F451 SBL is 19,063 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is F451 SBL ULEZ compliant?

No, F451 SBL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1989 BMW R Series 1.0L Petrol · F451 SBL

F451 SBL

1989 BMW R Series (1.0L, petrol). First registered 24/04/1989. Recorded mileage 19,063 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW R SERIES
Year / Origin: 1989 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 10/04/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 19,063 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 10/04/2024

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Mileage: 19,063 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1989
Engine: 980cc

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F451 SBL Key Findings

16 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 12/04/2023
19,063 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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F451 SBL Mileage History

22/10/200552,782 mi
18/11/200653,227 mi+445 mi
17/11/200753,697 mi+470 mi
17/11/200753,697 mi
17/12/200854,924 mi+1,227 mi
20/11/200955,850 mi+926 mi
20/11/200955,850 mi
25/05/20112,207 mi-53,643 mi
06/08/20127,552 mi+5,345 mi
12/12/201310,080 mi+2,528 mi
07/04/201511,555 mi+1,475 mi
15/03/201612,145 mi+590 mi
30/05/201714,077 mi+1,932 mi
26/05/202018,415 mi+4,338 mi
25/05/202118,809 mi+394 mi
12/04/202319,063 mi+254 mi

Average of roughly -1,930 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

F451 SBL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 10:23

MOT Analysis

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16 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 BMW R Series (F451 SBL) between October 2005 and April 2023.

The record contains 14 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 12 April 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

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