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X201 CBL

2000 BMW C1

Blue Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,118 mi
Last recorded25,118 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW C115,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX201 CBL
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 25,118 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2025 25,114 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 22,933 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 20,560 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 19,044 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 17,366 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 13,836 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2007 10,520 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 10,482 miles

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

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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X201 CBL is a 2000 BMW C1 in Blue with a 120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X201 CBL, 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 X201 CBL registered?

X201 CBL is a 2000 BMW C1, first registered on 15 September 2000.

Is X201 CBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X201 CBL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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