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MV03 LCA

2003 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,193 mi
Last recorded27,193 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 LCA
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 27,193 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 27,071 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 26,389 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 26,276 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 26,165 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 25,613 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2017 25,472 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 25,060 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 24,875 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 23,097 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 21,846 miles

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

Steering damper performance reduced

Pass 4 May 2012 19,735 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 19,735 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2011 18,112 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 16,974 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 14,787 miles

Advise, slight rust pitting, offside front fork tube.

Fail 18 May 2009 14,787 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Advise, slight rust pitting, offside front fork tube.

Pass 23 May 2008 13,242 miles

Gear lever position adjuster is loose

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

Pass 11 May 2007 12,017 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2006 60,997 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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MV03 LCA is a 2003 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV03 LCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV03 LCA registered?

MV03 LCA is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is MV03 LCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV03 LCA shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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