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ML53 DME

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

28,918 mi
Last recorded28,918 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 DME
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 28,918 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 28,907 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 27,142 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 27,111 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 27,102 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 27,070 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 27,042 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 27,018 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 26,935 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 26,733 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 26,331 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 26,314 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 26,216 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 26,110 miles

Front tyre slightly perished on the sidewall

Pass 7 Apr 2011 25,917 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 24,806 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 24,806 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Feb 2007 22,400 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 DME is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 ML53 DME, 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 DME registered?

ML53 DME is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is ML53 DME safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML53 DME shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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