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KC52 JTO

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,883 mi
Last recorded19,883 miles
Recorded on23 May 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC52 JTO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2013 19,883 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 19,366 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 17,234 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 17,234 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 May 2010 16,031 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 16,031 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 May 2009 14,892 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 May 2009 14,892 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 12,952 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 12,003 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 11,066 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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KC52 JTO is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KC52 JTO, 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 KC52 JTO registered?

KC52 JTO is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 February 2003.

Is KC52 JTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC52 JTO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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