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LC03 NPZ

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

86,063 mi
Last recorded86,063 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 86,063 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 84,322 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 82,807 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 82,745 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 82,130 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 80,886 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 75,709 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 70,045 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 63,791 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2012 57,258 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 57,258 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 50,499 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 43,832 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 38,191 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2008 33,144 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 26,898 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 21,097 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 NPZ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LC03 NPZ, 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 NPZ registered?

LC03 NPZ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is LC03 NPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 NPZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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