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LC03 FBJ

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

59,861 mi
Last recorded59,861 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 FBJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 59,861 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 57,685 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 55,465 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 54,078 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 52,752 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 52,056 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2020 52,056 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 49,918 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 45,757 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 45,757 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 39,559 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 39,088 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2015 35,658 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 35,658 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 May 2014 33,548 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 31,350 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 31,350 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 19 May 2012 29,951 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 12 May 2011 27,787 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 25,832 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 23,476 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 15 May 2009 23,476 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 21,312 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 23 Jun 2006 8,136 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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LC03 FBJ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LC03 FBJ, 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 LC03 FBJ registered?

LC03 FBJ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is LC03 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 FBJ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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