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GJ53 PCX

2003 BMW C1

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,091 mi
Last recorded35,091 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW C114,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 PCX
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2015 35,091 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 35,080 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 29,335 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 28,269 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 28,269 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 26,571 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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GJ53 PCX is a 2003 BMW C1 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 GJ53 PCX, 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 GJ53 PCX registered?

GJ53 PCX is a 2003 BMW C1, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is GJ53 PCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ53 PCX shows 6 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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