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KF53 HNJ

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

46,160 mi
Last recorded46,160 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF53 HNJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 46,160 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 45,643 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 45,624 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 45,572 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 44,312 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 43,946 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 42,207 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 42,164 miles

Front Lower Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Upper Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 39,878 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 38,354 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 37,490 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 35,890 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 29,730 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 25,523 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 25,523 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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KF53 HNJ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc 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 KF53 HNJ, 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 KF53 HNJ registered?

KF53 HNJ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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The MOT history for KF53 HNJ 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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