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YT52 VLU

2002 BMW C1

Red Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,134 mi
Last recorded37,134 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW C114,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT52 VLU
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 37,134 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 36,718 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 36,424 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 36,319 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 36,319 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 35,746 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 35,151 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 31,494 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2016 31,494 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2015 30,235 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 30,235 miles

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

Offside Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 28,195 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2013 26,355 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 26,355 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 24,801 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2012 24,801 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 21,804 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 21,804 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 18,008 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 17,991 miles

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

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 14,847 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 11,771 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 11,771 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 8,329 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 8,329 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2006 4,979 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 1,707 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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YT52 VLU is a 2002 BMW C1 in Red with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 14,500 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 YT52 VLU, 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 24 years old, this BMW C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YT52 VLU registered?

YT52 VLU is a 2002 BMW C1, first registered on 31 October 2002.

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