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HN53 KYG

2003 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,671 mi
Last recorded38,671 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN53 KYG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 38,671 miles

Steering linkage ball joint dust cover partially damaged but still preventing ingress of dirt

Fail 30 Jul 2019 38,661 miles

Central Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both o/s & n/s (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2018 36,319 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 33,131 miles

no plate light inop

o/s/f indicator faded

Pass 23 Aug 2016 30,042 miles

o/s/f indicator fading

Pass 28 Aug 2015 28,090 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 25,078 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 22,547 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 19,026 miles

REAR EXHAUST LOOSE ON BRACKET

Pass 15 Dec 2010 16,133 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 11,717 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 7,305 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 5,316 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 5,316 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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HN53 KYG is a 2003 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HN53 KYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN53 KYG registered?

HN53 KYG is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 October 2003.

Is HN53 KYG safe to buy?

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