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N25 RGD

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,987 mi
Last recorded31,987 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN25 RGD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 31,987 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 27,464 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 25,933 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 24,944 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 24,650 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 24,185 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 23,405 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 23,060 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 22,959 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 22,943 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 22,742 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 22,472 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 22,472 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 17,412 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 16,312 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 15,410 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 13,958 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 10,725 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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N25 RGD is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N25 RGD, 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 N25 RGD registered?

N25 RGD is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is N25 RGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N25 RGD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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