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FY51 OLA

2001 BMW C1

Black Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

11,538 mi
Last recorded11,538 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 OLA
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 11,538 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 11,510 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 11,500 miles

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear battery insecure

Nearside Front bodywork has sharp edge

Pass 18 May 2018 11,471 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 11,429 miles

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

Higher brake test results normally obtainable

Pass 28 Sep 2015 11,189 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 10,906 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 10,624 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Sep 2012 10,357 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 10,149 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 26 Sep 2011 10,149 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 9,782 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 9,329 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 9,329 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 8,655 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 7,972 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 6,735 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 6,087 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 6,087 miles

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

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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FY51 OLA is a 2001 BMW C1 in Black with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OLA, 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 FY51 OLA registered?

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

Is FY51 OLA safe to buy?

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