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LY53 JZO

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,484 mi
Last recorded90,484 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 JZO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2024 90,484 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 88,614 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 88,291 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 86,114 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 83,598 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 81,005 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 77,185 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 74,099 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 72,361 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 68,295 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 64,332 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 59,794 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 49,271 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 48,677 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 JZO is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 LY53 JZO, 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

How do I check the history of LY53 JZO?

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What year was LY53 JZO registered?

LY53 JZO is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 December 2003.

Is LY53 JZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY53 JZO shows 14 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 LY53 JZO have outstanding finance?

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