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BN52 LYO

2002 BMW C1

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,509 mi
Last recorded24,509 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW C114,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 LYO
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 24,509 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 23,844 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 23,236 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2023 23,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated appear to be coated in oil (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc contaminated disc appears to be coated in oil (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 23,095 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 20,054 miles

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

headlamp switch stiff

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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BN52 LYO is a 2002 BMW C1 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 14,500 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 BN52 LYO, 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 24 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 BN52 LYO registered?

BN52 LYO is a 2002 BMW C1, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is BN52 LYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 LYO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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