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AF53 PSY

2003 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

48,423 mi
Last recorded48,423 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R110020,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 PSY
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 48,423 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 48,046 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 46,405 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 44,400 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 43,586 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 40,572 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2021 40,550 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2020 39,607 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 39,168 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 37,585 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 33,537 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 31,601 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 26,031 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 24,052 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 23,680 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 22,020 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 20,928 miles

rear drive unit to swing arm has slight free play

Fail 4 Feb 2011 20,928 miles

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

rear drive unit to swing arm has slight free play

Pass 28 Jan 2010 19,489 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 18,770 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 17,389 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 16,202 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 16,202 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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AF53 PSY is a 2003 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 20,353 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 R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF53 PSY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this BMW R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF53 PSY registered?

AF53 PSY is a 2003 BMW R1100, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is AF53 PSY safe to buy?

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