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LV51 LHN

2001 BMW C1

White Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,636 mi
Last recorded56,636 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 LHN
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2015 56,636 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2013 45,000 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 38,270 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 32,917 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 14,418 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 14,418 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 5,910 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 5,637 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 4,713 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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LV51 LHN is a 2001 BMW C1 in White with a 120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LV51 LHN, 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 LV51 LHN registered?

LV51 LHN is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is LV51 LHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 LHN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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