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LB03 FBF

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,339 mi
Last recorded99,339 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 FBF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 99,339 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent x1 spoke (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc grooved (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 98,898 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit right on minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 98,894 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 97,794 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 96,745 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 94,219 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 92,968 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 92,908 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 91,997 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 89,558 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 85,574 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 82,728 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 78,621 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 74,212 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 67,791 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 60,496 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 53,397 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 48,155 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 42,740 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 40,811 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 34,286 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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LB03 FBF is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LB03 FBF, 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 LB03 FBF registered?

LB03 FBF is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is LB03 FBF safe to buy?

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