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R32 NKB

1997 BMW C1

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,618 mi
Last recorded71,618 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 BMW C197,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 NKB
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2013 71,618 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 71,403 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 71,203 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 67,716 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 67,716 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 66,615 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 66,615 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 23 Feb 2008 63,723 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 63,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 59,162 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 56,269 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 56,269 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R32 NKB is a 1997 BMW C1 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 97,506 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 R32 NKB, 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 29 years old, this BMW C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R32 NKB registered?

R32 NKB is a 1997 BMW C1, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R32 NKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R32 NKB shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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