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LD53 KPX

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,357 mi
Last recorded59,357 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 KPX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 59,357 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

oil leak from engine

Pass 27 May 2023 56,433 miles
Fail 27 May 2023 56,433 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 53,221 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2023 53,221 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 51,543 miles

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 13 Nov 2020 49,544 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 46,583 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 40,290 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 33,708 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 27,426 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 27,114 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 25,082 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 24,969 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 23,373 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 19,896 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 17,379 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 17,120 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 16,314 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 12,865 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 KPX is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KPX, 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 LD53 KPX registered?

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

Is LD53 KPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 KPX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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