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Y239 RJB

2001 BMW C1

Red Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

40,022 mi
Last recorded40,022 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY239 RJB
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 40,022 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 40,021 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 36,673 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 33,565 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 27,935 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 27,935 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 26,028 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 24,583 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 24,567 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 21,977 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 21,977 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2009 19,368 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2008 16,504 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 14,400 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 11,644 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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Y239 RJB is a 2001 BMW C1 in Red with a 120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 16,344 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 Y239 RJB, 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 25 years old, this BMW C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y239 RJB registered?

Y239 RJB is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 6 April 2001.

Is Y239 RJB safe to buy?

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