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AO03 CCU

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

67,822 mi
Last recorded67,822 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 CCU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 67,822 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 67,260 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2024 66,767 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 65,965 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 64,300 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 64,300 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 55,862 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 54,275 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 51,825 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 48,940 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 44,467 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 41,836 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 38,963 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 37,196 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 31,563 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 29,682 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 25,712 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 22,637 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 18,942 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 17,977 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 16,564 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 15,441 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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AO03 CCU is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 30,286 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 AO03 CCU, 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 AO03 CCU registered?

AO03 CCU is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AO03 CCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 CCU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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