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KP53 ZHL

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,146 mi
Last recorded30,146 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 ZHL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2012 30,146 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 29,203 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 29,203 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 15,369 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 8,154 miles

NAIL IN REAR TYRE

Pass 20 Jul 2007 693 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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KP53 ZHL is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KP53 ZHL, 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 KP53 ZHL?

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What year was KP53 ZHL registered?

KP53 ZHL is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is KP53 ZHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 ZHL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP53 ZHL have outstanding finance?

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