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D3 NVO

2003 BMW R Series

Turquoise Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

45,817 mi
Last recorded45,817 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 NVO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 45,817 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 45,700 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 45,458 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 44,808 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 43,223 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 41,490 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 39,779 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 37,907 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 37,255 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 32,800 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 30,941 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 30,366 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 29,739 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 29,458 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 29,458 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 285,189 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 27,591 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 25,118 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 22,883 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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D3 NVO is a 2003 BMW R Series in Turquoise with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D3 NVO, 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

How do I check the history of D3 NVO?

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What year was D3 NVO registered?

D3 NVO is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is D3 NVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D3 NVO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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