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LY03 DFP

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,999 mi
Last recorded72,999 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 DFP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 72,999 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 65,635 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 56,393 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 51,794 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 46,084 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 46,084 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 38,117 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 33,130 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 28,874 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 28,874 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 24 May 2017 27,530 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 26,223 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 May 2015 26,045 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 20,274 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 20,365 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 20,051 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 19,372 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 19,372 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 19,042 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 18,545 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 15,746 miles

Front 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.

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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LY03 DFP is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LY03 DFP, 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 LY03 DFP registered?

LY03 DFP is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is LY03 DFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY03 DFP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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