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HV03 CYJ

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

22,737 mi
Last recorded22,737 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV03 CYJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 22,737 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 22,618 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 22,609 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 22,589 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 22,217 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 22,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 22,079 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 22,077 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2017 21,931 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 21,924 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 21,687 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 20,524 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 20,088 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 19,590 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 19,590 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 18,132 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 16,747 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 16,103 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 16,008 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 15,309 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 13,052 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 CYJ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 HV03 CYJ, 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 HV03 CYJ registered?

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

Is HV03 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV03 CYJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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