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BJ51 MCT

2001 BMW C1

White Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,833 mi
Last recorded17,833 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 MCT
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 17,833 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 14,742 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 11,423 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 8,075 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 5,185 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 5,119 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 5,098 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 5,098 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Fuel cap ineffective cant open flap (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 5,047 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 4,840 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 4,751 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 4,571 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 4,193 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 3,893 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 3,882 miles

Rear tyre starting to wear low.

Pass 5 Aug 2008 3,850 miles

How Reliable is the BMW C1?

Based on 12,168 MOT tests across 1,391 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
1,054
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 519
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 275
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 262
Brake disc(s) excessively worn 134
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 132
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BJ51 MCT is a 2001 BMW C1 in White with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 16,344 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW C1 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 519 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ51 MCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this BMW C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ51 MCT registered?

BJ51 MCT is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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The MOT history for BJ51 MCT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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