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HV03 CYE

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

47,899 mi
Last recorded47,899 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV03 CYE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 47,899 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 47,735 miles

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

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 45,362 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 43,210 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 43,210 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 May 2013 41,482 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 39,833 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 39,833 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 35,245 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 30,046 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 21,520 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 15,752 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 11,800 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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HV03 CYE is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HV03 CYE, 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 HV03 CYE registered?

HV03 CYE is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is HV03 CYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV03 CYE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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