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DG03 EMX

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,111 mi
Last recorded64,111 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 EMX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 64,111 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 61,787 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 61,787 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 58,825 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 17.5 KgF ( 3 1/2 Squares) (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 May 2024 58,812 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working Front and Rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 60 KgF ( 12 Squares) (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 17.5 KgF ( 3 1/2 Squares) (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 May 2023 55,305 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2023 55,305 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Hitting screen (2.1.4 (b))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Jamming (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 53,092 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 50,092 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 48,093 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 47,839 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 46,512 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 45,183 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 42,648 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 38,910 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 34,868 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 31,634 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 22,107 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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DG03 EMX is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DG03 EMX, 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 DG03 EMX registered?

DG03 EMX is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is DG03 EMX safe to buy?

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