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NC03 OSA

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

64,538 mi
Last recorded64,538 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC03 OSA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 64,538 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 63,636 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 63,636 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 64,601 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 61,437 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 59,563 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 51,278 miles

both front indicators have additional position lamps fixed to lenses

both pillion footrests seized in folded position and not useable

Fail 20 Oct 2015 51,275 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

both front indicators have additional position lamps fixed to lenses

both pillion footrests seized in folded position and not useable

Pass 4 Oct 2014 47,858 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 42,154 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 36,087 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 35,047 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 345,318 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 30,010 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 27,862 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 24,725 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 19,527 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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NC03 OSA is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 NC03 OSA, 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.

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What year was NC03 OSA registered?

NC03 OSA is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is NC03 OSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC03 OSA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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