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DK03 LMX

2003 Sachs Roadster

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

26,044 mi
Last recorded26,044 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Sachs Roadster11,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 LMX
MakeSachs
ModelRoadster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 26,044 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2026 26,041 miles

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket bracket missing bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2025 25,730 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 25,324 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 25,130 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 25,127 miles

Brake hose connection leaking front hose to caliper (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2021 24,944 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 24,786 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 24,536 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 24,350 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 24,350 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2016 24,062 miles

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

rust on rear disc

Fail 14 Jul 2016 24,062 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

rust on rear disc

Pass 1 Jul 2015 23,969 miles

outer rear brack pad not visible inner ok

Pass 3 Sep 2012 23,513 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 22,537 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 19,755 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 19,428 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 19,428 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 May 2007 18,048 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 14,912 miles

How Reliable is the Sachs Roadster?

Based on 2,442 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
732
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
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DK03 LMX is a 2003 Sachs Roadster in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Sachs Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 11,536 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 Sachs Roadster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK03 LMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sachs Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Sachs Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DK03 LMX registered?

DK03 LMX is a 2003 Sachs Roadster, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is DK03 LMX safe to buy?

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