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ML53 DLZ

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,559 mi
Last recorded24,559 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 DLZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 24,559 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 23,175 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 22,769 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 20,401 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 20,401 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 19,047 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 19,036 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 19,015 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 18,983 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 18,983 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 18,983 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 18,731 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 18,529 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 18,044 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 17,699 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 16,316 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2011 14,497 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 11,811 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 9,322 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 8,051 miles

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

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 DLZ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DLZ, 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 ML53 DLZ registered?

ML53 DLZ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is ML53 DLZ safe to buy?

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