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EA03 VLL

2003 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,014 mi
Last recorded52,014 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 VLL
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 52,014 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2025 52,009 miles

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

Rear Brake caliper cracked and braking performance affected brake caliper split were bolt hole (1.1.16 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2018 48,117 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 47,885 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 47,102 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2014 45,939 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 42,823 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 40,673 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 34,114 miles

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

REAR TYRE CRACKING

Fail 9 Jul 2011 34,114 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

REAR TYRE CRACKING

Pass 3 Jul 2010 27,446 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 21,526 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 18,290 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 15,102 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 8,603 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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EA03 VLL is a 2003 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA03 VLL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EA03 VLL registered?

EA03 VLL is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 5 July 2003.

Is EA03 VLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA03 VLL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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