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MT03 JHZ

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

31,213 mi
Last recorded31,213 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT03 JHZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 31,213 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 30,258 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 29,387 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 28,225 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 25,799 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 23,995 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 22,660 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 22,487 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 22,469 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2014 21,864 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 21,320 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 19,611 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 17,889 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 16,228 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 13,720 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 11,392 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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MT03 JHZ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MT03 JHZ, 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 MT03 JHZ registered?

MT03 JHZ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is MT03 JHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT03 JHZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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