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HT53 CKU

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

74,074 mi
Last recorded74,074 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 CKU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 74,074 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 74,031 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 74,029 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 72,665 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 72,028 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 71,524 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 71,013 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 67,990 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 67,977 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2015 63,154 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 59,069 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 55,374 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 51,542 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 43,898 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 33,425 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 23,489 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 23,489 miles

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

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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HT53 CKU is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HT53 CKU, 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 HT53 CKU registered?

HT53 CKU is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is HT53 CKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 CKU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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