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LR53 OUE

2003 BMW C1

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,317 mi
Last recorded31,317 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW C114,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 OUE
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 31,317 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 22,338 miles

Centre Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Centre Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

enginr spacer on the offside has a slight wear crack in it engine not loose

Pass 16 Jul 2011 22,338 miles

Centre Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

enginr spacer on the offside has a slight wear crack in it engine not loose

Pass 19 Jul 2010 13,578 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 4,438 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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LR53 OUE is a 2003 BMW C1 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LR53 OUE, 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

How do I check the history of LR53 OUE?

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What year was LR53 OUE registered?

LR53 OUE is a 2003 BMW C1, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is LR53 OUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 OUE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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