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DE53 BCX

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,261 mi
Last recorded22,261 miles
Recorded on21 May 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 BCX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 May 2016 22,261 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 21,775 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 21,581 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 20,484 miles

Oil around front shock on front wishbone

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 19,258 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 18,444 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 15,319 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 12,455 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 10,155 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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DE53 BCX is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DE53 BCX, 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 DE53 BCX registered?

DE53 BCX is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is DE53 BCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 BCX shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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