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R946 BMJ

1998 BMW C1

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,084 mi
Last recorded104,084 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2007
Typical for 1998 BMW C192,361 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR946 BMJ
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2007 104,084 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 98,500 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 98,500 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R946 BMJ is a 1998 BMW C1 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 92,361 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 R946 BMJ, 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 28 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 R946 BMJ registered?

R946 BMJ is a 1998 BMW C1, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R946 BMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R946 BMJ shows 3 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.

Does R946 BMJ have outstanding finance?

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