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LV53 EFZ

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,464 mi
Last recorded63,464 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 EFZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 63,464 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 59,771 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jun 2015 59,771 miles

Oil leak

Rear Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 May 2014 5,608 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 53,278 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2013 53,278 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 48,287 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 47,695 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2010 47,695 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2009 46,096 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 40,076 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 29,343 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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LV53 EFZ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LV53 EFZ, 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 LV53 EFZ registered?

LV53 EFZ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 October 2003.

Is LV53 EFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 EFZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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