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LB04 TKA

2004 BMW C1

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

25,448 mi
Last recorded25,448 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2004 BMW C112,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB04 TKA
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 May 2025 25,448 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 May 2024 24,681 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 22,841 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 21,194 miles

Front window wiper is torn at bottom

Pass 23 Aug 2016 19,674 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 18,298 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 16,614 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 14,827 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 13,290 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 11,548 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 11,543 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 May 2010 9,597 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 8,511 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 7,973 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 5,668 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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LB04 TKA is a 2004 BMW C1 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 12,037 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 LB04 TKA, 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 22 years old, this BMW C1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LB04 TKA registered?

LB04 TKA is a 2004 BMW C1, first registered on 16 June 2004.

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