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GL03 BWC

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,885 mi
Last recorded43,885 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 BWC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 43,885 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 41,765 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 40,981 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 40,980 miles

Nearside All direction indicators not working Front and rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 39,284 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 39,284 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 32,463 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 26,392 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 20,983 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 20,983 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 20,970 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 20,389 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 19,349 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 19,166 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 18,987 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 18,220 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 16,490 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 14,331 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 13,282 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 13,282 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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GL03 BWC is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL03 BWC, 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.

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What year was GL03 BWC registered?

GL03 BWC is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is GL03 BWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 BWC shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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