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OE03 UKR

2003 BMW C1

Red Petrol 176cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

72,755 mi
Last recorded72,755 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW C114,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 UKR
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine176cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 72,755 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 71,535 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 69,939 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 67,450 miles

Front Steering damper slightly loose (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 66,339 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 65,681 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 64,635 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 64,635 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Front Lower Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear rear shocks Negligible damping effect

Pass 25 Jan 2019 56,826 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 51,523 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 48,483 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 45,517 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2016 45,517 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 43,034 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 40,691 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 38,358 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 38,358 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 37,168 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 31,937 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 31,937 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 28,212 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 24,292 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 19,648 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 15,149 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 9,945 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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OE03 UKR is a 2003 BMW C1 in Red with a 176cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 OE03 UKR, 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 OE03 UKR registered?

OE03 UKR is a 2003 BMW C1, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is OE03 UKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE03 UKR shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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