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HCZ 9989

2001 BMW C1

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,590 mi
Last recorded39,590 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCZ 9989
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 39,590 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2026 39,560 miles

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

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) Number plate light does not work (as part of tail light) (4.7.2 (a))

Central Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2020 39,445 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 39,292 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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HCZ 9989 is a 2001 BMW C1 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HCZ 9989, 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 HCZ 9989?

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What year was HCZ 9989 registered?

HCZ 9989 is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 20 February 2001.

Is HCZ 9989 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCZ 9989 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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