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KR53 FGA

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

60,950 mi
Last recorded60,950 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 FGA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 60,950 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 60,885 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 May 2023 60,097 miles

Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 59,888 miles

Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 59,565 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 58,327 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 58,151 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 56,482 miles

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 55,119 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 54,629 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 54,572 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 51,849 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 50,055 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 47,723 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 44,626 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 39,729 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 35,154 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 27,788 miles

Nearside rear indicator lose

Pass 27 Dec 2006 19,863 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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KR53 FGA 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 94.7%.

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 KR53 FGA, 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.

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What year was KR53 FGA registered?

KR53 FGA is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is KR53 FGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 FGA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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