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LY03 DFX

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,785 mi
Last recorded45,785 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 DFX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 45,785 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 44,096 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 43,948 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 42,874 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 42,606 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 42,525 miles

advise front and rear brakes poor

Fail 23 May 2014 42,509 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

advise front and rear brakes poor

Pass 22 May 2013 41,518 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 39,240 miles

headlight a bit low

Pass 28 Apr 2011 37,706 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 36,549 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 35,757 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 34,055 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 32,282 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 30,944 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 30,944 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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LY03 DFX is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DFX, 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 DFX registered?

LY03 DFX is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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