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LC03 FBK

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,602 mi
Last recorded18,602 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 FBK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 18,602 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2025 18,357 miles

Central Front Outer Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 18,011 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 17,916 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 17,631 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 17,631 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low ADJUSTED DURING TEST (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2008 14,852 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 12,588 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 10,213 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 FBK is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FBK, 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 FBK registered?

LC03 FBK is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is LC03 FBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 FBK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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