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LD53 MJV

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,986 mi
Last recorded18,986 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 MJV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 18,986 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 18,521 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 18,514 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2022 18,085 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 15,902 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2020 14,746 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 May 2019 14,661 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front discs showing early signs of fluctuation (1.2.1 (e))

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 16 May 2018 14,336 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 14,036 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 13,768 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 13,561 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 1,313 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 12,557 miles

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

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 12,352 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 11,811 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 11,391 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 11,391 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 10,589 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 9,655 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 7,693 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 MJV is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc 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 MJV, 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 MJV registered?

LD53 MJV is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is LD53 MJV safe to buy?

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