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W488 TDP

2000 BMW C1

Red Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,844 mi
Last recorded7,844 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2009
Typical for 2000 BMW C115,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW488 TDP
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2009 7,844 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 10 Mar 2009 7,844 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Lower Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 7,111 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Apr 2008 7,111 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2007 6,333 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 5,431 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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W488 TDP is a 2000 BMW C1 in Red with a 120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 W488 TDP, 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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What year was W488 TDP registered?

W488 TDP is a 2000 BMW C1, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W488 TDP safe to buy?

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