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KH03 BTU

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,208 mi
Last recorded40,208 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH03 BTU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 40,208 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 39,660 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 38,589 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 38,130 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 37,724 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged splitting (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged splitting (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 37,480 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 37,013 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 36,381 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 30,816 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 28,511 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 May 2012 26,451 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Mar 2011 26,233 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Aug 2009 25,764 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 25,209 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 20,855 miles

rear drive tunnion bearings have slight play

Fail 9 Jul 2007 20,855 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

rear drive tunnion bearings have slight play

Pass 1 Aug 2006 18,350 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 BTU is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KH03 BTU, 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 BTU registered?

KH03 BTU is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is KH03 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH03 BTU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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