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MF03 BYZ

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,900 mi
Last recorded53,900 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF03 BYZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2025 53,900 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 53,773 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 52,898 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 52,432 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2021 51,774 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 51,091 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 50,004 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 48,435 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 41,058 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 35,609 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 33,086 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 3 Sep 2013 26,232 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 22,197 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 19,092 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 14,740 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 9,791 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 5,182 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 4,081 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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MF03 BYZ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 MF03 BYZ, 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 MF03 BYZ registered?

MF03 BYZ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is MF03 BYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF03 BYZ shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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