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AO03 FXD

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

34,945 mi
Last recorded34,945 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 34,945 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 34,901 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 34,837 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 34,180 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort on very limit (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 28 Feb 2019 34,180 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance not tested due to fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake hose leaking at master cylinder (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 33,539 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2017 31,957 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 30,488 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 29,023 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 27,291 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 24,626 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

rear brake binds slightly

Pass 6 Mar 2012 23,346 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 23,346 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 21,134 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 19,080 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 16,506 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2008 12,306 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 8,158 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 6,383 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 FXD is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AO03 FXD, 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 AO03 FXD registered?

AO03 FXD is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is AO03 FXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 FXD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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