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Y286 NLR

2001 BMW C1

White Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

25,941 mi
Last recorded25,941 miles
Recorded on13 May 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY286 NLR
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2023 25,941 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 22,465 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 22,441 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 21,848 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 20,691 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 20,691 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 19,403 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 18,078 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 17,735 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 17,185 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2014 17,185 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 16,233 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 15,767 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 15,767 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 3 May 2011 15,026 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 14,126 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 13,350 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 12,932 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 12,309 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 11,645 miles

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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Y286 NLR is a 2001 BMW C1 in White with a 120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y286 NLR, 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 Y286 NLR registered?

Y286 NLR is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is Y286 NLR safe to buy?

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