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HG51 GXZ

2001 BMW C1

Green Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,084 mi
Last recorded48,084 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 GXZ
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2015 48,084 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 48,061 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Oct 2014 48,061 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 46,967 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 46,029 miles

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 42,575 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 42,575 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 39,070 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 362,690 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2009 362,690 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 24 Sep 2008

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 13 Sep 2007
Fail 6 Sep 2006 333,359 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 333,359 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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HG51 GXZ is a 2001 BMW C1 in Green with a 120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 HG51 GXZ, 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.

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What year was HG51 GXZ registered?

HG51 GXZ is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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