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DE53 BFF

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,440 mi
Last recorded57,440 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 BFF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 57,440 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slight play end float (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 54,979 miles

Rear tyre has slight perished cracks 2017 date

Steering headbearing has slight free play top yoke attachment has slight movement (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 52,755 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 50,301 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 49,632 miles

Indicator switch faulty offside indicator switch did not operate indicators when first attempts to use were made. did start working after a few presses, but advise to get this looked at if problem persists (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

front and rear tyre pressures were very low. re-inflated for test, but advise to check regular in case of leaks

oil level was very low. topped up to correct level. do regular checks

Pass 11 Apr 2019 48,922 miles

Nearside Rear footrest missing

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

Rear inflated tyre before mot

engine oil low

Pass 11 Apr 2017 46,732 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1mm in places (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play Very small amount of play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 Apr 2017 46,715 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1mm in places (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play Very small amount of play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 42,514 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 4 Apr 2016 42,514 miles

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 39,936 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 35,528 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 32,013 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 29,335 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 29,335 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 23,389 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 19,824 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 16,136 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 11,122 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 BFF is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DE53 BFF, 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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DE53 BFF is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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