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HS52 AGU

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

57,346 mi
Last recorded57,346 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS52 AGU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 57,346 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 56,477 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 55,418 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 55,095 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit change asap (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 52,682 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 49,611 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 45,936 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 42,816 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 42,796 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 42,748 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 42,615 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 41,368 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 39,845 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 37,861 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 36,051 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 34,470 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 29,466 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 23,043 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 23,043 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 12,774 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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HS52 AGU is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HS52 AGU, 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 HS52 AGU registered?

HS52 AGU is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is HS52 AGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS52 AGU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HS52 AGU have outstanding finance?

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