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GJ03 OTH

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,789 mi
Last recorded71,789 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ03 OTH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 71,789 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 69,893 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 69,893 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 64,527 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 64,024 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 64,024 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 59,259 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 58,923 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 50,596 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 43,896 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 43,896 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 36,944 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 27,500 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 19,499 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 17,763 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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GJ03 OTH is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GJ03 OTH, 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 GJ03 OTH registered?

GJ03 OTH is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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