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LA52 TSO

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

41,144 mi
Last recorded41,144 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA52 TSO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 41,144 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 36,202 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 35,305 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2017 34,076 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 31,714 miles

Nearside Rear Rear seat lock loose but locks ok

Pass 3 Jan 2015 30,859 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 28,563 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 28,166 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 25,783 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 22,182 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 19,795 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 25 Jan 2010 19,795 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 15,343 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2009 15,343 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 6,133 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 280 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2006 280 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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LA52 TSO 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 76.5%.

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 LA52 TSO, 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 LA52 TSO registered?

LA52 TSO is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is LA52 TSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA52 TSO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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