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B306 YWS

2003 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB306 YWS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022
Pass 22 Dec 2021 66,418 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 66,408 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 66,395 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 66,017 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 65,640 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 64,670 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2014 64,634 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2013 62,811 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 6,205 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 62,505 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 56,874 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 44,844 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 43,382 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 33,679 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 23,917 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 15,116 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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B306 YWS is a 2003 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B306 YWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B306 YWS registered?

B306 YWS is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is B306 YWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B306 YWS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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