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LC52 SMO

2003 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

59,972 mi
Last recorded59,972 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 SMO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 59,972 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 59,892 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 59,459 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 58,875 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 58,034 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 57,306 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 55,140 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 55,125 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 54,601 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 51,166 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 49,094 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 46,766 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 45,065 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 42,678 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 39,539 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 36,638 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 34,436 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 30,693 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 28,187 miles

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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LC52 SMO is a 2003 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LC52 SMO, 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 LC52 SMO registered?

LC52 SMO is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is LC52 SMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC52 SMO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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