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HK53 USJ

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

72,223 mi
Last recorded72,223 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 USJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 72,223 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 71,565 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 70,731 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 64,688 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 63,954 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 63,954 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2017 61,132 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 58,479 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 55,821 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 May 2014 53,446 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 51,782 miles

front brake disc slightly pitted

rear brake disc worn

Pass 11 May 2012 50,532 miles

front brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 4 Mar 2011 43,821 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front brake disc slightly pitted

rear tyre has small cuts in it

Pass 5 Mar 2010 41,316 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 38,476 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 28,075 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 23,852 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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HK53 USJ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HK53 USJ, 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 USJ registered?

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

Is HK53 USJ safe to buy?

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