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HD03 WBK

2003 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

66,612 mi
Last recorded66,612 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD03 WBK
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 66,612 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 58,839 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 5,727 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 56,011 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 55,242 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 53,391 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 51,876 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 48,560 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 48,555 miles

Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick Rear (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2015 45,706 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 43,572 miles

Numerous small cuts/damage to front and rear tyre tread

Fail 12 Aug 2014 43,566 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

numerous small cuts/damage to front and rear tyre tread

Pass 31 Jul 2013 42,512 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 40,925 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 39,140 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 39,133 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Fail 14 Jul 2010 33,335 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2010 33,335 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 27,229 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2009 27,229 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 24,478 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 24,478 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 19,716 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 15,026 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2006 15,026 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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HD03 WBK is a 2003 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HD03 WBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HD03 WBK registered?

HD03 WBK is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is HD03 WBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD03 WBK shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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