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DH53 DVG

2003 BMW R1200

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

32,128 mi
Last recorded32,128 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R120020,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH53 DVG
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 32,128 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 32,124 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel spongy front brake, lever hits handlebar when operated (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect beam kick up to offside (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

ABS warning lights on clocks. possible ABS system failure

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

excessive oil leak at rear differential. cause of contaminated disc and pads. needs investigation

Pass 31 Jul 2024 28,183 miles

headlight beam deflector fitted

Fail 27 Jul 2024 28,176 miles

Front Position lamp not working sidelight bulb (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect beam kick up to offside (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp insecure mounting bolt missing from left side (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc contaminated contaminated by brake fluid from split hose (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel due to rear brake system leaking (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated contaminated by brake fluid from split hose (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working tail light not working (4.2.1 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose leaking leaking when under pressure from joint to rear caliper. hose needs to be replaced (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 25,730 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 25,730 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2022 22,535 miles

Front Slight splits on tyre

Rear Slight splits on side wall on tyre

Rear Slight splits on tyre

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 22,514 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 22,514 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 22,477 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 22,461 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 22,439 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 63,090 miles

headlamp mask fitted

Fail 29 Feb 2016 63,090 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

headlamp mask fitted

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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DH53 DVG is a 2003 BMW R1200 in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 20,972 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 R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DH53 DVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 23 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DH53 DVG is a 2003 BMW R1200, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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