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LD53 CNZ

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,101 mi
Last recorded27,101 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 CNZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 27,101 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort And low effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 May 2023 27,083 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort And low effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 May 2022 26,842 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 25,541 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 22,291 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 20,417 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 18,066 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 14,910 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 11,608 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 8,129 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 8,029 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 7,866 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 7,663 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 7,663 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 7,306 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 6,819 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 6,461 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 6,258 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 CNZ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc 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 LD53 CNZ, 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 CNZ registered?

LD53 CNZ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is LD53 CNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 CNZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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