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CE53 BDV

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

40,785 mi
Last recorded40,785 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 BDV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 40,785 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 35,865 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 32,271 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 28,316 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 27,303 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 26,482 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 25,739 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 23,812 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 23,765 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S both pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing has slight play Rear wheel slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 22,136 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 21,037 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 20,340 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 17,577 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 17,577 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 15,232 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 14,555 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 12,443 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 12,310 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 11,527 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 9,170 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 7,512 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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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CE53 BDV is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey 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 CE53 BDV, 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 CE53 BDV registered?

CE53 BDV is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is CE53 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 BDV 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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