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Y561 KMV

2001 BMW C1

Red Petrol 120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY561 KMV
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine120cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017
Pass 7 Dec 2015 27,982 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 27,982 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 24,238 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear tyre valve perished

Pass 1 Jul 2013 23,284 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 23,170 miles

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

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

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 1 Sep 2011 23,041 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 18,192 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 18,019 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 15,004 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 9,046 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 8,876 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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Y561 KMV is a 2001 BMW C1 in Red with a 120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 Y561 KMV, 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 Y561 KMV registered?

Y561 KMV is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 9 August 2001.

Is Y561 KMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y561 KMV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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