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LD03 LJX

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,606 mi
Last recorded87,606 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 87,606 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 78,748 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 70,791 miles

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

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 26 Mar 2022 59,606 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 55,778 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 54,843 miles

Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 49,784 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 46,256 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 46,256 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released front brake (1.3.1e)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 45,276 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 45,056 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 42,722 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 42,318 miles

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

road tested

Fail 25 Jul 2011 42,258 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 41,577 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 29,375 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 27,138 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 19,317 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 LJX is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 LD03 LJX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LD03 LJX registered?

LD03 LJX is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 April 2003.

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