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W357 YGK

2000 BMW C1

Black Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

23,924 mi
Last recorded23,924 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW C115,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW357 YGK
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 23,924 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 23,923 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 23,646 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 23,013 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 22,380 miles

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

Slight crack in windscreen

Pass 16 Dec 2020 21,949 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 21,435 miles

Crack in windscreen

Fail 18 Nov 2019 21,435 miles

Crack in windscreen

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 20,498 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 19,448 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 17,694 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 16,089 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 14,201 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011
Pass 5 Oct 2010 12,440 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 11,454 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 10,227 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front and rear tyres out of profile, wearing unevenly.

Pass 5 Oct 2007 9,034 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 7,663 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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W357 YGK 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 94.7%.

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 W357 YGK, 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 W357 YGK registered?

W357 YGK is a 2000 BMW C1, first registered on 23 June 2000.

Is W357 YGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W357 YGK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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