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K12 EMW

2003 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

48,968 mi
Last recorded48,968 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 EMW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 48,968 miles

Battery is slightly loose

Exhaust emissions slightly high

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 48,760 miles

Battery slightly loose

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 47,097 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 44,410 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 41,936 miles

steering movement tight

Fail 30 Nov 2021 41,907 miles

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

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

steering movement tight

Pass 10 Dec 2020 37,282 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 36,492 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 36,412 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 36,268 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 35,966 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 35,745 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 34,764 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 34,411 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 34,091 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 32,824 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 May 2009 33,129 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 32,340 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 31,228 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 28,322 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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K12 EMW is a 2003 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K12 EMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K12 EMW registered?

K12 EMW is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is K12 EMW safe to buy?

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