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HV03 XRA

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

49,051 mi
Last recorded49,051 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 49,051 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 47,417 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 46,494 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 44,821 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 43,637 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 43,637 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2021 42,629 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2020 40,862 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2019 39,557 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 38,384 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 38,289 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 38,248 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 32,471 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 27,333 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 24,032 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 18,921 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 15,077 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 14,021 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 12,609 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 10,400 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 5,959 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 5,959 miles

Centre Front Lower 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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HV03 XRA is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 30,286 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 XRA, 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 XRA registered?

HV03 XRA is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is HV03 XRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV03 XRA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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