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H8 MFW

1998 BMW C1

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,551 mi
Last recorded70,551 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2008
Typical for 1998 BMW C192,361 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 MFW
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2008 70,551 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 56,365 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 53,717 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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H8 MFW is a 1998 BMW C1 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 92,361 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 H8 MFW, 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 28 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 H8 MFW registered?

H8 MFW is a 1998 BMW C1, first registered on 26 January 1998.

Is H8 MFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H8 MFW shows 3 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.

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