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GL03 TGZ

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

35,127 mi
Last recorded35,127 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 TGZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 35,127 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 34,679 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 33,208 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 32,477 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 31,960 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 31,506 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 31,380 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 30,870 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 30,758 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 29,910 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 29,594 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 28,629 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 28,629 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 26,588 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

indicators flashing fast

Pass 2 Jul 2011 22,308 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 19,995 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 17,863 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 15,115 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 13,498 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 11,794 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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GL03 TGZ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 GL03 TGZ, 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 GL03 TGZ registered?

GL03 TGZ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is GL03 TGZ safe to buy?

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