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W551 WFM

2000 BMW C1

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

17,692 mi
Last recorded17,692 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 2000 BMW C115,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW551 WFM
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2021 17,692 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2021 17,692 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 17,060 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 16,696 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 16,030 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 16,030 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 15,176 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 15,176 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 14,821 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 14,818 miles

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

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

Front front engine mounts very badly worn

centre stand insecure in up position

Pass 21 Jul 2015 13,199 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 12,390 miles

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

front damping low

Pass 24 Jul 2014 12,390 miles

front damping low

Pass 27 Aug 2013 12,045 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 11,880 miles

front brake binding slightly

Fail 24 Aug 2010 11,880 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009
Pass 31 Aug 2006 10,313 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Aug 2006 10,313 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

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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W551 WFM is a 2000 BMW C1 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 W551 WFM, 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 W551 WFM registered?

W551 WFM is a 2000 BMW C1, first registered on 15 May 2000.

Is W551 WFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W551 WFM shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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