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CE03 LDZ

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

58,992 mi
Last recorded58,992 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 LDZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 58,992 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 58,461 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 58,461 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 49,968 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 49,968 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Fail 15 Mar 2019 49,888 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Mar 2019 49,837 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 47,794 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 44,045 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 40,511 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 30,702 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 25,190 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 22,084 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 18,267 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 14,486 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 12,911 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 10,742 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 8,997 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 7,372 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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CE03 LDZ 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 78.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 30,286 miles. This 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 CE03 LDZ, 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 CE03 LDZ registered?

CE03 LDZ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is CE03 LDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE03 LDZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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