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M596 WEJ

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,151 mi
Last recorded75,151 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM596 WEJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 75,151 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 74,063 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 74,003 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 65,764 miles

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 21 May 2011 65,764 miles

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 61,019 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 57,081 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 54,109 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 50,059 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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M596 WEJ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M596 WEJ, 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.

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What year was M596 WEJ registered?

M596 WEJ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is M596 WEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M596 WEJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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