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HY03 YXL

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

10,838 mi
Last recorded10,838 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY03 YXL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 10,838 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 10,831 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 10,822 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 10,698 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 10,659 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 10,614 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 10,547 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 10,308 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 9,436 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 2,700 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 1,526 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 1,526 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2008 1,440 miles

rear tyre has a tempory repair.has been plugged

Pass 28 Apr 2007 1,313 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 1,101 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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HY03 YXL is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HY03 YXL, 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 HY03 YXL registered?

HY03 YXL is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is HY03 YXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY03 YXL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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