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LY52 PXK

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,931 mi
Last recorded32,931 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY52 PXK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2025 32,931 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 32,324 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 30,714 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 29,972 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 29,419 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 27,763 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 27,041 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 23,591 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 19,465 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 16,822 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 16,812 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 16,807 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 16,796 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 16,649 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 15,725 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 15,003 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 14,622 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 13,523 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 12,332 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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LY52 PXK is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 LY52 PXK, 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 LY52 PXK registered?

LY52 PXK is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 February 2003.

Is LY52 PXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY52 PXK shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY52 PXK have outstanding finance?

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