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BN52 YDG

2002 BMW C1

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

69,169 mi
Last recorded69,169 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW C114,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 YDG
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 69,169 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 68,706 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 68,103 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 67,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 65,907 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 65,647 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 60,920 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 58,201 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 12 Sep 2016 53,474 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 51,091 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 46,701 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 43,298 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 40,336 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 39,275 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 34,302 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 29,991 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 25,447 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 20,305 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 20,302 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 15,816 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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BN52 YDG is a 2002 BMW C1 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 BN52 YDG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN52 YDG registered?

BN52 YDG is a 2002 BMW C1, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is BN52 YDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 YDG shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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