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KM03 VYN

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,422 mi
Last recorded56,422 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 VYN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 56,422 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 55,213 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 53,446 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 9 Jun 2016 53,446 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 28 May 2015 51,363 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2015 51,363 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 44,030 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 44,030 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 35,618 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 25,211 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 17,287 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 13,170 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 8,395 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 7,935 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 7,517 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2006 6,061 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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KM03 VYN is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 KM03 VYN, 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 KM03 VYN registered?

KM03 VYN is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is KM03 VYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 VYN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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