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LC03 FCF

2003 BMW K Series

Grey Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

696 mi
Last recorded696 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 FCF
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 696 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 13 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 60,592 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 58,695 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 58,695 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 57,274 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 56,074 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2020 56,070 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 54,465 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 53,130 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 49,796 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 49,064 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 47,482 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 45,720 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 42,152 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 42,152 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 40,176 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 35,625 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 30,959 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 26,395 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 26,350 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 24,723 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 18,192 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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LC03 FCF is a 2003 BMW K Series in Grey with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC03 FCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC03 FCF registered?

LC03 FCF is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is LC03 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 FCF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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