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EK52 OAY

2002 BMW C1

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

37,848 mi
Last recorded37,848 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW C114,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK52 OAY
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 37,848 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 37,744 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 37,744 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 37,744 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018 37,701 miles

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

condensation in front headlight lens

Fail 30 Apr 2018 37,701 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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

condensation in front headlight lens

Pass 30 Mar 2017 28,134 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 24,471 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 24,025 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 23,266 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 21,970 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 20,065 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 20,065 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 17,829 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 17,829 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 15,007 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 15,007 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 12,382 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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EK52 OAY is a 2002 BMW C1 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 EK52 OAY, 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 EK52 OAY registered?

EK52 OAY is a 2002 BMW C1, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is EK52 OAY safe to buy?

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