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LM03 ZFZ

2003 BMW C1

Black Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,821 mi
Last recorded40,821 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW C114,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 ZFZ
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2025 40,821 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 38,606 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 36,814 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 36,813 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 36,622 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 33,142 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 25,789 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 23,932 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 23,643 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 23,090 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 22,318 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 22,312 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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LM03 ZFZ is a 2003 BMW C1 in Black with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LM03 ZFZ, 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 LM03 ZFZ registered?

LM03 ZFZ is a 2003 BMW C1, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is LM03 ZFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 ZFZ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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