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BA03 JEA

2003 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

78,248 mi
Last recorded78,248 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA03 JEA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 78,248 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 74,808 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 71,318 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 69,275 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 63,595 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 57,759 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 55,707 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 52,793 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 47,681 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 43,119 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 39,034 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 35,695 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 30,091 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 24,399 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 20,793 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 18,220 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 14,737 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 12,590 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 11,317 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 11,317 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 11,317 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 10,077 miles

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

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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BA03 JEA is a 2003 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BA03 JEA, 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 BA03 JEA registered?

BA03 JEA is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is BA03 JEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BA03 JEA shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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