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LC03 FBZ

2003 BMW C1

Silver Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

43,593 mi
Last recorded43,593 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW C114,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 FBZ
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 43,593 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 43,586 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 43,549 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 43,215 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 43,000 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 42,781 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 42,439 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 42,057 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 42,056 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 40,943 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2017 40,943 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2016 40,317 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 40,317 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 38,464 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 36,232 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 36,232 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 33,725 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 33,725 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 31,777 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 29,701 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 27,696 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 25,948 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 22,562 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 16,753 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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LC03 FBZ is a 2003 BMW C1 in Silver with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 LC03 FBZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC03 FBZ registered?

LC03 FBZ is a 2003 BMW C1, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is LC03 FBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 FBZ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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