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MK53 NTJ

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

18,463 mi
Last recorded18,463 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 NTJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 18,463 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 15,492 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 15,492 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 11,530 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 10,211 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 8,924 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 8,730 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 8,479 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 8,112 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 7,845 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 7,759 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 7,365 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 6,859 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 6,859 miles

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 6,081 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 5,197 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 4,390 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 3,873 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 3,873 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 2,845 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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MK53 NTJ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MK53 NTJ, 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 MK53 NTJ registered?

MK53 NTJ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is MK53 NTJ safe to buy?

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