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AD03 HYC

2003 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

41,511 mi
Last recorded41,511 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 HYC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 41,511 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 41,354 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 41,245 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 41,097 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened AND COMPONENT (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 40,757 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

play in final drive

Pass 15 Jul 2021 39,588 miles

steering damper has oil leak, is on its way out

Pass 16 Jul 2020 39,464 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 39,171 miles

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened front wish bone (5.3.3 (b) (i))

stearing damper has missing

Pass 13 Jul 2018 38,631 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 37,978 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 35,413 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 34,559 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Aug 2015 34,559 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhuast brackety loose but secure

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 33,105 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Oil mist from gearbox output shaft

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 29,163 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 27,484 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 26,021 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 25,515 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 22,930 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 17,888 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 15,682 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front brake pads - backing plates heavily corroded.

Rear wheel drive to front drive shaft housing (i.e. swingarm) has slight free play.

Pass 4 Jul 2006 12,173 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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AD03 HYC is a 2003 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD03 HYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD03 HYC registered?

AD03 HYC is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is AD03 HYC safe to buy?

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