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Y256 RJB

2001 BMW C1

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

43,429 mi
Last recorded43,429 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY256 RJB
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2012 43,429 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 43,429 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 41,565 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 37,590 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 34,565 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 34,565 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 30,628 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 30,628 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 24,467 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 24,467 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2006 19,634 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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Y256 RJB is a 2001 BMW C1 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 Y256 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 Y256 RJB registered?

Y256 RJB is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 6 April 2001.

Is Y256 RJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y256 RJB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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