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LA03 RYY

2003 BMW C1

Black Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,454 mi
Last recorded39,454 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW C114,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 RYY
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 39,454 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 39,454 miles

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

Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2017 38,090 miles

slight oil leak under engine

Pass 21 Jan 2016 37,863 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 37,863 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 37,014 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 36,710 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2011 36,100 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 35,224 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 34,430 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 32,457 miles
Pass 18 May 2007

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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LA03 RYY is a 2003 BMW C1 in Black with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 14,330 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 LA03 RYY, 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 23 years old, this BMW C1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LA03 RYY registered?

LA03 RYY is a 2003 BMW C1, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is LA03 RYY safe to buy?

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