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W187 BKM

2000 BMW C1

Black Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

32,003 mi
Last recorded32,003 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW C115,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW187 BKM
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 32,003 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 31,988 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 30,794 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2016 30,729 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 29,193 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 26,854 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 26,834 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 23,240 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2013 23,240 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 22,913 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 22,447 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 Dec 2011 22,447 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 21,106 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 17,789 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 14,620 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 14,620 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 11,655 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2007 11,655 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 9,751 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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W187 BKM is a 2000 BMW C1 in Black with a 120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 W187 BKM, 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.

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W187 BKM is a 2000 BMW C1, first registered on 12 August 2000.

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