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MV03 LCN

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,835 mi
Last recorded32,835 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 LCN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 32,835 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 30,231 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 30,231 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2009 24,595 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 2 May 2009 24,595 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 23,674 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 19,408 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 19,307 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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MV03 LCN is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MV03 LCN, 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 MV03 LCN registered?

MV03 LCN is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is MV03 LCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV03 LCN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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