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LD53 CNY

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

41,298 mi
Last recorded41,298 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 CNY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 41,298 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2026 41,286 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 38,368 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 35,947 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 32,957 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 30,070 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 28,117 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 23,306 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 19,461 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 17,525 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 17,509 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2013 17,379 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 17,041 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 15,370 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 11,912 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 6,512 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 229 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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LD53 CNY is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver 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 LD53 CNY, 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 LD53 CNY registered?

LD53 CNY is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is LD53 CNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 CNY 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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