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ML53 DLK

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

67,673 mi
Last recorded67,673 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 DLK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 67,673 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 60,734 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2021 60,734 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 57,566 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 57,566 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2019 54,052 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 54,052 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 47,910 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 47,561 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 42,670 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 41,097 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Feb 2014 40,546 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 28,491 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 24,662 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 23,636 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 22,018 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 19,590 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 19,590 miles

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 17,713 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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ML53 DLK is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 ML53 DLK, 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 ML53 DLK registered?

ML53 DLK is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 October 2003.

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