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NA52 GMU

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

39,371 mi
Last recorded39,371 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA52 GMU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 39,371 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2025 39,371 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 39,002 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 38,982 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 38,969 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 38,842 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 32,855 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 30,327 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 30,225 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 29,721 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 29,649 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 29,520 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 29,266 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 26,910 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 26,883 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,901 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 23,106 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 22,037 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2008 18,264 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 13,739 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 9,789 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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NA52 GMU is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 NA52 GMU, 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

How do I check the history of NA52 GMU?

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What year was NA52 GMU registered?

NA52 GMU is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 January 2003.

Is NA52 GMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NA52 GMU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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