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AK03 TUA

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,500 mi
Last recorded78,500 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 TUA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 78,500 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 74,131 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 73,728 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 73,728 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick no pad material left (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 68,005 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 60,937 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 54,726 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 54,492 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 48,701 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 48,697 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 45,175 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 39,187 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 33,283 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 27,795 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 25,202 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 17,676 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 17,232 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 11,676 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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AK03 TUA is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK03 TUA, 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.

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What year was AK03 TUA registered?

AK03 TUA is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is AK03 TUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 TUA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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