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BNZ 3691

2006 BMW C1

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

16,078 mi
Last recorded16,078 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 3691
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 16,078 miles

Central Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement engine/ suspension linkage rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

small engine oil leak- level ok

Pass 12 Nov 2024 16,078 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 16,033 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 15,569 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 15,219 miles

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

Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess collar corroding (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 14,769 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 14,762 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 14,332 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 14,332 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 13,403 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 12,719 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2016 11,766 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 10,925 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 10,006 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 10,006 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 9,080 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 7,817 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2011 6,886 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 5,722 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 5,608 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 3,227 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 1,163 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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BNZ 3691 is a 2006 BMW C1 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BNZ 3691, 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 20 years old, this BMW C1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BNZ 3691 is a 2006 BMW C1, first registered on 2 August 2006.

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