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Y285 CGJ

2001 BMW C1

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,310 mi
Last recorded4,310 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY285 CGJ
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 4,310 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front tyre showing signs of surface cracking

Pass 18 Jul 2023 4,284 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 4,196 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 4,118 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 4,118 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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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Y285 CGJ is a 2001 BMW C1 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y285 CGJ, 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 Y285 CGJ registered?

Y285 CGJ is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is Y285 CGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y285 CGJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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