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LG03 DUY

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

49,215 mi
Last recorded49,215 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 DUY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 49,215 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 47,652 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 47,610 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 47,301 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 47,043 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 46,931 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 41,143 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 40,040 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 35,185 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 30,982 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 26,674 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Nov 2013 25,603 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 25,603 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 20,132 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 18,635 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,235 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 15,396 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 11,825 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 7,876 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 6,340 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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LG03 DUY is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LG03 DUY, 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 LG03 DUY registered?

LG03 DUY is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LG03 DUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 DUY shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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