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KE03 CGG

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

124,241 mi
Last recorded124,241 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 CGG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 124,241 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 123,989 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 123,904 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2022 123,904 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 116,882 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 112,677 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2020 112,605 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 99,677 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 90,779 miles

head light mask converters fitted

Pass 6 May 2017 81,869 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 81,869 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2016 68,506 miles

front brake pads wearing low

head lamp convertor fitted at time of test

Pass 16 May 2015 64,678 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

number plate light not working

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 28 May 2014 59,714 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 59,714 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 41,417 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 27,992 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 24,587 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 22,500 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 20 May 2009 20,447 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 17,843 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 May 2007 12,426 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 10,598 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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KE03 CGG is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KE03 CGG, 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 KE03 CGG registered?

KE03 CGG is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is KE03 CGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE03 CGG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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