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CE03 YZJ

2003 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,986 mi
Last recorded50,986 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 YZJ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 50,986 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 48,301 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 48,301 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2023 45,495 miles

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired flickering every now and again (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

advise flat battery had to jump start

Pass 16 Sep 2022 42,360 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 42,360 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 36,887 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2021 36,887 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 32,397 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 32,397 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID retrofit (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 31,550 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 30,116 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 29,185 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 28,465 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 27,889 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 27,379 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 26,579 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 25,126 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 24,255 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 22,390 miles

Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 30 Mar 2011 22,390 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 22,224 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 22,224 miles

Inner Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Rider footpeg pin not seccur.

Pass 14 Apr 2008 17,874 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 15,779 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 14,385 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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CE03 YZJ is a 2003 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CE03 YZJ, 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 CE03 YZJ registered?

CE03 YZJ is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is CE03 YZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE03 YZJ shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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