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RL52 UNW

2003 BMW C1

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,098 mi
Last recorded28,098 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW C114,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 UNW
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 28,098 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 27,903 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 27,673 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 25,096 miles

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

brake fluid appears old - advise replacement

Pass 30 Oct 2015 24,418 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 23,258 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 21,068 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2012 20,053 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 19,187 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2011 19,187 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 18,915 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 15,862 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Oct 2009 15,862 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 11,265 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 10,385 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 16 Nov 2007 10,385 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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RL52 UNW is a 2003 BMW C1 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RL52 UNW, 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.

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What year was RL52 UNW registered?

RL52 UNW is a 2003 BMW C1, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is RL52 UNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 UNW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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