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LC03 XEG

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,750 mi
Last recorded17,750 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2022 17,750 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 17,723 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 17,709 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 17,704 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 17,586 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 17,563 miles

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar cracked (2.1.1b)

Front left and right indicator bulbs showing signs of white light

Fail 22 Feb 2013 17,539 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 17,539 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 16,894 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 15,893 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 15,893 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 14,261 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 12,244 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 10,491 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 XEG is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XEG, 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 XEG registered?

LC03 XEG is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 August 2003.

Is LC03 XEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 XEG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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