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HT52 ZCL

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,679 mi
Last recorded58,679 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT52 ZCL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 58,679 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 51,615 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 51,473 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Aug 2022 50,456 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 48,923 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2019 46,299 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 46,291 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 46,280 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 46,133 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 45,775 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 44,821 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 44,305 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 44,070 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 43,053 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 42,373 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 42,050 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 6 Nov 2008 42,048 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 May 2007 26,555 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 20,806 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 20,806 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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HT52 ZCL is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HT52 ZCL, 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 HT52 ZCL registered?

HT52 ZCL is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is HT52 ZCL safe to buy?

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