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YV51 HBG

2001 BMW C1

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,230 mi
Last recorded57,230 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV51 HBG
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2011 57,230 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2011 57,230 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 51,787 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 47,478 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 47,472 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2008 42,244 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 31,888 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 27,134 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 27,134 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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YV51 HBG is a 2001 BMW C1 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YV51 HBG, 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 YV51 HBG registered?

YV51 HBG is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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