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MF04 FRD

2004 BMW C1

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,524 mi
Last recorded32,524 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW C112,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF04 FRD
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 32,524 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 29,751 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 29,121 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 26,165 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 25,026 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 24,486 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2018 24,486 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 24,334 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 24,002 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 23,683 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 23,240 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 22,658 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 22,411 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 22,178 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 22,058 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,980 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 21,974 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 16,777 miles

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

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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MF04 FRD is a 2004 BMW C1 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MF04 FRD, 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 MF04 FRD registered?

MF04 FRD is a 2004 BMW C1, first registered on 3 March 2004.

Is MF04 FRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF04 FRD shows 18 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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