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YG51 TWJ

2001 BMW C1

Black Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,775 mi
Last recorded2,775 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG51 TWJ
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 2,775 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 2,660 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 2,120 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 1,973 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2022 1,969 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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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YG51 TWJ is a 2001 BMW C1 in Black with a 180cc 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 YG51 TWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG51 TWJ registered?

YG51 TWJ is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is YG51 TWJ safe to buy?

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