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AF03 OBR

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,086 mi
Last recorded36,086 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 OBR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 36,086 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 35,538 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 34,784 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 34,443 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 33,687 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit left hand caliper inner pad lower (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021 31,375 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 28,966 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 23,714 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 23,101 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 21,840 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 19,905 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 18,179 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 17,131 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 15,481 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 15,280 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 14,697 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 14,697 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 14,324 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 12,448 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 10,072 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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AF03 OBR is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 30,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF03 OBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 23 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF03 OBR registered?

AF03 OBR is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is AF03 OBR safe to buy?

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