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RF03 BYK

2003 BMW C1

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,776 mi
Last recorded12,776 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW C114,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 BYK
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 12,776 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 12,549 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 12,356 miles

advise washers not working

Fail 24 Nov 2023 12,356 miles

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

advise washers not working

Pass 28 Jun 2022 12,036 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 8,682 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 8,248 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2007 6,781 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 5,193 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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RF03 BYK is a 2003 BMW C1 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 RF03 BYK, 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 RF03 BYK registered?

RF03 BYK is a 2003 BMW C1, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is RF03 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 BYK shows 9 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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