CarVerify

Free Car Check

FY51 NHU

2001 BMW C1

White Petrol 180cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,647 mi
Last recorded22,647 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 NHU
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2014 22,647 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 21,949 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 21,922 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 16,385 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 15,946 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 14,066 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 14,065 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 11,519 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 9,218 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 9,218 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 6,315 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 6,226 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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
Full BMW C1 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FY51 NHU is a 2001 BMW C1 in White with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FY51 NHU, 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

How do I check the history of FY51 NHU?

You can check the full history of FY51 NHU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FY51 NHU registered?

FY51 NHU is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is FY51 NHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 NHU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY51 NHU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FY51 NHU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.