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W109 VLC

2000 BMW C1

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13 mi
Last recorded13 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW C115,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW109 VLC
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 13 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 5 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 1 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 1 miles

Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component lower bush has excessive free play (2.3.4)

Front Steering linkage has excessive free play ball joint for front suspension, notchy, excessive play and rubber boot split. (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 1 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 7,855 miles

hand grips are torn but not insecure

Pass 1 Oct 2011 7,775 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 18 Nov 2010 6,967 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 6,967 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 4,394 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 3,385 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 2,425 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Nov 2006 1,228 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 2 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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W109 VLC is a 2000 BMW C1 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 15,668 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 W109 VLC, 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 26 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 W109 VLC registered?

W109 VLC is a 2000 BMW C1, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W109 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W109 VLC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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