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HN03 TCX

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

105,156 mi
Last recorded105,156 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN03 TCX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 105,156 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

slight oil leak on engine n/s

Pass 7 Nov 2024 104,182 miles

slight oil leak on n/s of engine

Pass 9 Nov 2023 102,923 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 101,300 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 100,106 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2021 100,106 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 99,076 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 96,458 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 93,505 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 92,027 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2016 89,719 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 87,855 miles

Rear number plate light very dim

Pass 8 Apr 2014 84,135 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 81,909 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 78,747 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 71,081 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 59,747 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 45,799 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 39,657 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 30,007 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 21,742 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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HN03 TCX is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc 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 HN03 TCX, 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 HN03 TCX registered?

HN03 TCX is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 April 2003.

Is HN03 TCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN03 TCX 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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