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HN52 TYC

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

36,619 mi
Last recorded36,619 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 TYC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 36,619 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 May 2023 34,120 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 33,712 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 33,670 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 33,670 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2019 33,444 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 33,040 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 32,173 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))

Pass 1 Feb 2016 30,920 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 28,666 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 28,600 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 26,508 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 21,591 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))

Pass 15 Jul 2011 18,912 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 17,830 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 15,101 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 14,113 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 11,225 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 9,056 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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HN52 TYC is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 HN52 TYC, 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.

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What year was HN52 TYC registered?

HN52 TYC is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is HN52 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN52 TYC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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