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KL51 KVE

2001 BMW C1

White Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2015
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,317 mi
Last recorded30,317 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL51 KVE
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 30,317 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 30,317 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2010 28,276 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 28,276 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 23,953 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 23,953 miles

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

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

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 20,706 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2008 20,676 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 15,363 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 15,363 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 9,864 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 9,864 miles

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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KL51 KVE is a 2001 BMW C1 in White with a 120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KL51 KVE, 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

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What year was KL51 KVE registered?

KL51 KVE is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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