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GF51 RVY

2001 BMW C1

Red Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,613 mi
Last recorded50,613 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 RVY
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 50,613 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 50,310 miles

wiper blade damage

Pass 17 Apr 2023 49,850 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 49,341 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 48,587 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 47,624 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 46,181 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2018 46,173 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 43,968 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 42,347 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 38,156 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 30,887 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 26,542 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2012 26,532 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 29 Jul 2011 25,333 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 25,333 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 22,714 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 19,799 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 16,140 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 12,941 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 12,850 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 10,288 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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GF51 RVY is a 2001 BMW C1 in Red with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 GF51 RVY, 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 GF51 RVY?

You can check the full history of GF51 RVY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GF51 RVY registered?

GF51 RVY is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is GF51 RVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 RVY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF51 RVY have outstanding finance?

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