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W397 YGK

2000 BMW C1

Red Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,749 mi
Last recorded19,749 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2011
Typical for 2000 BMW C115,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW397 YGK
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2011 19,749 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 19,749 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 13,774 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 13,774 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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)

Position lamp switch does not operate the front and rear position lamps (1.1.4c)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 13,714 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 13,714 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 13,714 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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W397 YGK is a 2000 BMW C1 in Red with a 120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W397 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 W397 YGK registered?

W397 YGK is a 2000 BMW C1, first registered on 3 August 2000.

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