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LD53 FJA

2003 BMW C1

Silver Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,245 mi
Last recorded33,245 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW C114,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 FJA
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 33,245 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 33,153 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 33,094 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 32,824 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 32,726 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 32,707 miles

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 32,666 miles

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

wiper blade split

Pass 13 Aug 2014 32,580 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 32,537 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2013 32,537 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 32,488 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 30,628 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 30,628 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 28,045 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 24,112 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 19,333 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 14,238 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 9,424 miles

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

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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LD53 FJA is a 2003 BMW C1 in Silver with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 LD53 FJA, 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 LD53 FJA registered?

LD53 FJA is a 2003 BMW C1, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is LD53 FJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 FJA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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