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LY53 JYX

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,751 mi
Last recorded33,751 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 JYX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2021 33,751 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 33,601 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2020 33,601 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 33,471 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 33,307 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 31,411 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 24,872 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 19,502 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 11,495 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 10,903 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 9,027 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 8,162 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 7,669 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 6,695 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2008 4,289 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 3,578 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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LY53 JYX is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LY53 JYX, 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 LY53 JYX registered?

LY53 JYX is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is LY53 JYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY53 JYX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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