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RO51 RWN

2001 BMW C1

Green Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

31,627 mi
Last recorded31,627 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 RWN
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Jul 2022 31,627 miles

Brake performance not tested front pads metal to metal (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn badly scored from pad damage (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick metal to metal (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted worn uneven or stuck (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front leg rain cover fitted at time of test

Front no washer fluid for wipers

Pass 12 Nov 2019 28,093 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2019 28,093 miles

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Road spring worn, but not excessively (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 21,549 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 21,549 miles

Offside Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 13,562 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 3 Oct 2017 13,305 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 12,997 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 12,958 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 11,968 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 10,949 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 10,949 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Nov 2007
Pass 4 Jan 2006 6,612 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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RO51 RWN is a 2001 BMW C1 in Green with a 120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 RO51 RWN, 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.

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RO51 RWN is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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