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MH03 WYY

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,198 mi
Last recorded16,198 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH03 WYY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 16,198 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 11,087 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 10,040 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 10,016 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 10,016 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 9,922 miles

ABS light not turning off

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play in final drive (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 9,876 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2018 9,874 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID Light source fitted (4.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 9,824 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 9,691 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 9,638 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 7,738 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 7,657 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 7,397 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 7,051 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 5,417 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 4,094 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 4,094 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 3,298 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 3,070 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 2,825 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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MH03 WYY is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MH03 WYY, 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 MH03 WYY registered?

MH03 WYY is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is MH03 WYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH03 WYY shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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