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HK03 BJY

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,606 mi
Last recorded32,606 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 BJY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 32,606 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 32,505 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 32,348 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 32,187 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 2mm (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 31,475 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 30,086 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 28,489 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Inner Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

no rear footpegs fited a time of test

Fail 28 Mar 2015 28,489 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Inner Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Inner Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 27,457 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 25,940 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 25,439 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 20,076 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 14,757 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 14,754 miles

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

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 BJY is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HK03 BJY, 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 BJY registered?

HK03 BJY is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is HK03 BJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK03 BJY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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