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LG03 YPJ

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

57,699 mi
Last recorded57,699 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 57,699 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 56,886 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 53,300 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 48,435 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 45,699 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 45,118 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 4,261 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 40,902 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 40,206 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 37,261 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 34,625 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 30,169 miles

rear roller brake test indicates a slightly binding brake

Pass 21 Dec 2009 23,602 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 20,326 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 20,322 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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 13 Dec 2007 15,347 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 11,155 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 5,366 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 5,365 miles

Front Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

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 YPJ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LG03 YPJ, 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 YPJ registered?

LG03 YPJ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is LG03 YPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 YPJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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