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LC03 XED

2003 BMW C1

Yellow Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,072 mi
Last recorded25,072 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW C114,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 XED
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 25,072 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 24,576 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 23,776 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 22,984 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 22,603 miles

handlebars have excess movement but not likely to become detached

Fail 23 Dec 2020 22,603 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

handlebars have excess movement but not likely to become detached

Pass 2 Apr 2019 21,059 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2019 21,059 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear tyer has crack in

Pass 24 Mar 2018 19,654 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 24 Mar 2018 19,654 miles

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 18,344 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2017 18,344 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 16,255 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2015 14,865 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2015 14,865 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 13,234 miles

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Feb 2014 13,234 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Feb 2013 11,564 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 11,564 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2012 9,735 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2012 9,735 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 7,982 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 6,124 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 4,681 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 3,260 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 1,842 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 XED is a 2003 BMW C1 in Yellow with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XED, 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 LC03 XED registered?

LC03 XED is a 2003 BMW C1, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is LC03 XED safe to buy?

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