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HT53 YHC

2004 BMW C1

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

173 mi
Last recorded173 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW C112,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 YHC
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 173 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 108 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 108 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 67 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 62 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 1 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 14,290 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 13,941 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 13,855 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 13,788 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 13,521 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 13,380 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 13,231 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 13,029 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 12,371 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 11,841 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 11,234 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 10,846 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 9,243 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 8,389 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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HT53 YHC is a 2004 BMW C1 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 12,037 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 HT53 YHC, 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 22 years old, this BMW C1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HT53 YHC registered?

HT53 YHC is a 2004 BMW C1, first registered on 31 January 2004.

Is HT53 YHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 YHC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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