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F15 PRW

1997 BMW C1

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,577 mi
Last recorded46,577 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW C197,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF15 PRW
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 46,577 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 46,040 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 45,398 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 45,072 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 44,394 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 43,309 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 42,835 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 41,973 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 41,313 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 41,040 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 40,349 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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F15 PRW is a 1997 BMW C1 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 97,506 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 F15 PRW, 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 29 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 F15 PRW registered?

F15 PRW is a 1997 BMW C1, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is F15 PRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F15 PRW shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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