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HK53 KGJ

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,229 mi
Last recorded33,229 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 KGJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2024 33,229 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 25,330 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 24,786 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 23,592 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 23,592 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 22,069 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2012 20,083 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 20,083 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 18,511 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 16,090 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 16,090 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 10,710 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 5,089 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 4,809 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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HK53 KGJ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HK53 KGJ, 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 HK53 KGJ registered?

HK53 KGJ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is HK53 KGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 KGJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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