CarVerify

Free Car Check

LB53 OAU

2004 BMW C1

Silver Petrol 125cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,306 mi
Last recorded30,306 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW C112,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 OAU
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 30,306 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 30,306 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 28,860 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 27,022 miles

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

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

Fail 1 May 2015 25,089 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 1 May 2015 25,089 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 21,114 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 19 Feb 2013 21,050 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 17,826 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 13,960 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 10,315 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 8,654 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
Full BMW C1 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LB53 OAU is a 2004 BMW C1 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LB53 OAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LB53 OAU?

You can check the full history of LB53 OAU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LB53 OAU registered?

LB53 OAU is a 2004 BMW C1, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is LB53 OAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB53 OAU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LB53 OAU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LB53 OAU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.