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KN03 YKE

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,069 mi
Last recorded21,069 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 YKE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 21,069 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 20,684 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 20,684 miles

Rear reflector missing rear of bike (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 20,082 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 20,008 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 20,001 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 19,938 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 19,758 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 19,757 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 16,091 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 14,698 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 12,709 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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KN03 YKE is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KN03 YKE, 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

How do I check the history of KN03 YKE?

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What year was KN03 YKE registered?

KN03 YKE is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is KN03 YKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN03 YKE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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