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GL52 TRX

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

57,002 mi
Last recorded57,002 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 TRX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 57,002 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 56,334 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 55,939 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 55,716 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 55,247 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 54,652 miles
Fail 25 May 2021 54,652 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2020 54,611 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 53,200 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 51,759 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 51,335 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 49,994 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 48,273 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 48,273 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 44,370 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 43,127 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 43,123 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 13 Aug 2011 42,728 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 39,550 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 35,474 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 32,794 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 17,635 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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GL52 TRX is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GL52 TRX, 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 GL52 TRX registered?

GL52 TRX is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is GL52 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 TRX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL52 TRX have outstanding finance?

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