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HN53 ZDR

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

87,962 mi
Last recorded87,962 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN53 ZDR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 87,962 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2025 87,962 miles

Front Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

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

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 85,340 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 85,340 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 May 2024 81,755 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2023 72,172 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 May 2022 64,352 miles

Rear drive slight oil leek

Pass 4 Jun 2021 58,719 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 51,642 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 44,456 miles

horn touches tank on n/s lock and activates

Fail 30 May 2019 44,456 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

horn touches tank on n/s lock and activates

Pass 9 Jun 2018 37,914 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 37,122 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 36,402 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 34,775 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2010 27,063 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 16,194 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 7,050 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 4,935 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 ZDR 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 84.2%.

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 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 ZDR, 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 ZDR registered?

HN53 ZDR is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is HN53 ZDR safe to buy?

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