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LR51 EWF

2001 BMW C1

Silver Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,126 mi
Last recorded21,126 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 EWF
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 21,126 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 19,008 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 13,217 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 3,074 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2023 3,045 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022
Pass 31 Mar 2020 1,180 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 1,048 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 717 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 547 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 500 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 416 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 416 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

windscreen wiper split

Pass 27 Apr 2012 396 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 119 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 82 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2009

Electronic milage counter in-op, unable to take down milage

Pass 16 Oct 2007 7,833 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 5,124 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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LR51 EWF is a 2001 BMW C1 in Silver with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 LR51 EWF, 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 LR51 EWF registered?

LR51 EWF is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is LR51 EWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 EWF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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