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LT51 XWB

2001 BMW C1

Silver Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

20,162 mi
Last recorded20,162 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW C116,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 XWB
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 20,162 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2024 20,111 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 20,026 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 19,984 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 19,812 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 19,794 miles

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 19,699 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2018 19,573 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 19,324 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2017 19,324 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 19,224 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 19,149 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 19,072 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2013 18,931 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 18,457 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2012 18,457 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 17,730 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 17,036 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 16,251 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 15,696 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 13,287 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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LT51 XWB is a 2001 BMW C1 in Silver with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 LT51 XWB, 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 LT51 XWB registered?

LT51 XWB is a 2001 BMW C1, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is LT51 XWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT51 XWB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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