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DE53 FGZ

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,142 mi
Last recorded21,142 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 FGZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 21,142 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 21,059 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 20,617 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 19,920 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 19,577 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 17,290 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 16,377 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 15,586 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 14,929 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 14,701 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 14,300 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 13,712 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 12,864 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 12,694 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 12,694 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2007 11,942 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 8,668 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 FGZ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FGZ, 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 DE53 FGZ registered?

DE53 FGZ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is DE53 FGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 FGZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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