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BX03 AWR

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

137,707 mi
Last recorded137,707 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX03 AWR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 137,707 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 133,317 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 129,440 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 123,927 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 116,765 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 116,762 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 113,808 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 113,808 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 108,888 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 102,410 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 94,476 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 83,828 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 77,367 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 72,347 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 66,830 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 55,886 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 50,476 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 50,436 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 50,297 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 43,978 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 36,708 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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BX03 AWR is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BX03 AWR, 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 BX03 AWR registered?

BX03 AWR is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is BX03 AWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX03 AWR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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