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HJ03 TOA

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,585 mi
Last recorded45,585 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ03 TOA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 45,585 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2025 42,190 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 41,843 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024
Pass 6 Apr 2023 38,487 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 36,921 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 36,738 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 35,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired glass cracked (1.2.3a)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 35,170 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 35,170 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 31 Aug 2013 34,184 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 32,939 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 32,288 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 32,288 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 31,762 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 30,663 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 24,208 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 19,455 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 12,988 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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HJ03 TOA is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HJ03 TOA, 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 HJ03 TOA registered?

HJ03 TOA is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for HJ03 TOA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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