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GD52 FHE

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,120 mi
Last recorded53,120 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD52 FHE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2015 53,120 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 48,478 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 43,569 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 37,044 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 31,550 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 25,632 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Feb 2009 20,462 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 19,841 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 17,568 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 17,568 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 13,236 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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GD52 FHE is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 30,286 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 GD52 FHE, 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 GD52 FHE registered?

GD52 FHE is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 February 2003.

Is GD52 FHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD52 FHE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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