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OV52 NJJ

2002 BMW C1

Red Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

17,411 mi
Last recorded17,411 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW C114,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 NJJ
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 17,411 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 17,386 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 17,332 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 17,262 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 15,736 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 14,441 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 14,441 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 12,893 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 11,521 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 11,521 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 10,290 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 9,508 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 8,840 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 7,793 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 7,793 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 6,931 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 6,174 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 6,174 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2008 5,006 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 3,826 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 3,826 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 2,781 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 1,651 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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OV52 NJJ is a 2002 BMW C1 in Red with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 OV52 NJJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV52 NJJ registered?

OV52 NJJ is a 2002 BMW C1, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is OV52 NJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 NJJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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