MOT Status
ValidMileage
48,531 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Numberplate replaced prior test.
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)
rear tyre tread getting low
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LK53 YKL is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 LK53 YKL, 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
How do I check the history of LK53 YKL?
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What year was LK53 YKL registered?
LK53 YKL is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2003.
Is LK53 YKL safe to buy?
The MOT history for LK53 YKL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does LK53 YKL have outstanding finance?
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