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LO03 DFL

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,489 mi
Last recorded70,489 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO03 DFL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2025 70,489 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 68,241 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 68,080 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 67,273 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 65,066 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 61,791 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 60,254 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 58,119 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 56,676 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 54,295 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 49,024 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 46,755 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 40,499 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 34,122 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 27,787 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 23,128 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2007 19,132 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 16,369 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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LO03 DFL is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LO03 DFL, 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 LO03 DFL registered?

LO03 DFL is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is LO03 DFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO03 DFL shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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