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LF52 FDY

2002 BMW C1

Red Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

12,725 mi
Last recorded12,725 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW C114,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 FDY
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 12,725 miles

handlebars have a bit of movement.

Pass 4 Mar 2016 12,230 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 11,648 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 10,812 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 10,239 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 10,189 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 10,150 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 8,905 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Aug 2009 8,905 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 7,480 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2008 7,480 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 7,045 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 7,045 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 5,132 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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LF52 FDY is a 2002 BMW C1 in Red with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 14,500 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 LF52 FDY, 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 24 years old, this BMW C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF52 FDY registered?

LF52 FDY is a 2002 BMW C1, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is LF52 FDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF52 FDY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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