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HK03 BKG

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

44,877 mi
Last recorded44,877 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 BKG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 44,877 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 44,110 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 42,618 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 42,394 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 41,810 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 40,843 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 39,336 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 37,357 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 36,008 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 33,245 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 30,978 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 28,607 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 29,991 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 26,642 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 25,124 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 23,778 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 23,778 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 21,093 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 16,475 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 14,478 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 10,434 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 BKG is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 BKG, 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 BKG registered?

HK03 BKG is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is HK03 BKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK03 BKG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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