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LG53 GKC

2003 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,093 mi
Last recorded34,093 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 GKC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2019 34,093 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 33,629 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2016 33,628 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil R/H (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 32,394 miles

front brake pads wearing unevenly

Pass 12 Aug 2013 31,416 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 30,996 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 30,308 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 29,897 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 29,050 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 20,357 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2007 20,357 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 13,916 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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LG53 GKC is a 2003 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG53 GKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LG53 GKC registered?

LG53 GKC is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is LG53 GKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG53 GKC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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