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CE03 YXB

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,859 mi
Last recorded58,859 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 YXB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 58,859 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 54,759 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 54,759 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 54,233 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 51,434 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 45,015 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 41,028 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 41,026 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 40,174 miles

Front tyre cracking slightly

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 38,310 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 38,297 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 38,078 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 37,750 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2010 37,738 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2009 37,418 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 33,612 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 26,976 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 19,754 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 YXB is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE03 YXB registered?

CE03 YXB is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is CE03 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE03 YXB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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