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EJ51 VRM

2001 BMW C1

Yellow Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,520 mi
Last recorded26,520 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ51 VRM
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2015 26,520 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2014 25,909 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Feb 2012 24,767 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 Feb 2012 24,767 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 30 Dec 2010 23,001 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 20,589 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 17,306 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 13,510 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 13,510 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Nov 2006 9,689 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 9,689 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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EJ51 VRM is a 2001 BMW C1 in Yellow with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EJ51 VRM, 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.

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What year was EJ51 VRM registered?

EJ51 VRM is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 8 November 2001.

Is EJ51 VRM safe to buy?

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