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LD03 KRV

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

82,511 mi
Last recorded82,511 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 KRV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2025 82,511 miles

Rear Brake performance unable to be tested control 2 failed to stop rear wheel. (1.2.1 (g))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 82,489 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Upper screen crazed and obscures ability to see through

Pass 3 Mar 2022 81,563 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 81,563 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 79,358 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 76,260 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 71,353 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 71,350 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour HID Bulb Fitted High Beam (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp incorrect colour HID Bulb Fitted Low Beam (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 63,949 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2017 63,944 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 58,328 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 53,579 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2014 49,655 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 45,588 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 43,924 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 38,061 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 37,226 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 34,803 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 24,416 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 22,103 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 16,819 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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LD03 KRV 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 76.2%.

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 LD03 KRV, 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 LD03 KRV registered?

LD03 KRV is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is LD03 KRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD03 KRV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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