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LV53 EHM

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,198 mi
Last recorded120,198 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 EHM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2012 120,198 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2012 120,163 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 106,374 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 85,130 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 70,525 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 57,339 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 EHM is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LV53 EHM, 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.

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What year was LV53 EHM registered?

LV53 EHM is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is LV53 EHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 EHM shows 6 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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