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LM53 ULJ

2003 BMW C1

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,555 mi
Last recorded20,555 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW C114,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 ULJ
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 20,555 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced reflector deteriorated (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Feb 2019 20,548 miles

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced reflector deteriorated (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2016 16,678 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 16,678 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 16,618 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 16,517 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 15,153 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 12,776 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 12,765 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(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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LM53 ULJ is a 2003 BMW C1 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LM53 ULJ, 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 LM53 ULJ registered?

LM53 ULJ is a 2003 BMW C1, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is LM53 ULJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 ULJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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