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MK53 NTM

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

54,333 mi
Last recorded54,333 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 NTM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 54,333 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 50,272 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2015 49,745 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 48,178 miles

Centre Front Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 43,868 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2013 43,868 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 36,784 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 36,784 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2011 35,256 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2010 32,642 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 27,072 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 22,002 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 16,838 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 NTM is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 NTM, 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 NTM registered?

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

Is MK53 NTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK53 NTM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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