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ML03 RZM

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,734 mi
Last recorded75,734 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML03 RZM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 75,734 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 74,235 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 73,669 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 71,687 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 69,112 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 64,348 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 61,495 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 58,945 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 26,169 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 23,644 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2009 23,644 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 20,845 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2007 18,227 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 12,872 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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ML03 RZM is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 ML03 RZM, 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 ML03 RZM registered?

ML03 RZM is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 May 2003.

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The MOT history for ML03 RZM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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