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KH03 BNV

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

65,314 mi
Last recorded65,314 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH03 BNV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 65,314 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 64,661 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 61,893 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

offside front brake disc slightly loose

Pass 28 May 2019 59,056 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 55,956 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 55,956 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 53,398 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 48,994 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 46,503 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 46,503 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 43,781 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 40,609 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 39,067 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 35,261 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 32,285 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 28,578 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 24,395 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 18,502 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 17,085 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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KH03 BNV is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KH03 BNV, 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 KH03 BNV registered?

KH03 BNV is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 June 2003.

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The MOT history for KH03 BNV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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