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HN53 DMZ

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

52,167 mi
Last recorded52,167 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN53 DMZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 52,167 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 51,212 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 May 2023 51,212 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 51,188 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 51,107 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2022 51,102 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 49,706 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 48,646 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Mar 2020 48,645 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 45,344 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 42,740 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 42,740 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 39,615 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 36,004 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 32,459 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 28,679 miles

Oil leak from Engine(Partial)

Fail 20 Feb 2014 28,679 miles

Offside Lower Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Oil leak from Engine(Partial)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 26,786 miles

Brake fluctuation has reached the lowest acceptable level. All discs require renewal

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 22,994 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 19,505 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 15,788 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 13,888 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 13,856 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 12,493 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 10,376 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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HN53 DMZ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 HN53 DMZ, 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 HN53 DMZ registered?

HN53 DMZ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is HN53 DMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN53 DMZ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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