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HK03 BHV

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,320 mi
Last recorded21,320 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 BHV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 21,320 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 19,318 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 17,483 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 16,355 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced BOTH NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (4.4.3 (a))

Valve stem slightly damaged BOTH FRONT AND REAR (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 15,101 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2022 15,101 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2014 12,994 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 7,371 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 6,898 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 6,338 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 6,179 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 5,754 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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HK03 BHV is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HK03 BHV, 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 HK03 BHV registered?

HK03 BHV is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 May 2003.

Is HK03 BHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK03 BHV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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