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AF53 POV

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

50,072 mi
Last recorded50,072 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 POV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 50,072 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 48,341 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 48,307 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 47,206 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 46,095 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 43,412 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 41,937 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 41,169 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 35,864 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 33,067 miles

wet at time of test

Fail 22 Sep 2015 33,067 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

wet at time of test

Pass 13 Sep 2014 31,625 miles

Slight play in front shock absorber stanchions

Pass 8 Oct 2013 31,254 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 24,630 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 21,235 miles

slight play in rear bevel drive

Pass 16 Oct 2010 20,906 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 15,513 miles

N/s of engine protector upper framework broken

Pass 27 Sep 2008 12,693 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 10,538 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 9,037 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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AF53 POV is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black 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 AF53 POV, 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 AF53 POV registered?

AF53 POV is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is AF53 POV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 POV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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