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ND53 TLJ

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,577 mi
Last recorded59,577 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationND53 TLJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 59,577 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 55,778 miles

aftermarket exhaust, noise level fine

front tyre worn slightly unevenly

Fail 5 Jun 2025 55,778 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

aftermarket exhaust, noise level fine

front tyre worn slightly unevenly

Pass 2 Aug 2024 55,234 miles

aftermarket exhaust fitted, noise level fine

front tyre worn slightly unevenly

Pass 23 May 2023 53,496 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 51,285 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 47,841 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 46,846 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 45,104 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 42,047 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 May 2017 39,990 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 34,233 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 32,982 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 32,676 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 32,221 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 32,068 miles

rear tyre wearing on central line

Pass 2 Nov 2009 30,775 miles

front pads wearing low nearside inner lowest

Pass 20 Nov 2008 28,758 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 19 Nov 2008 28,758 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 27,303 miles

front n/s inner brake pad nearing minimum wear limit.engine oil level low.engine leaking oil.

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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ND53 TLJ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ND53 TLJ, 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 ND53 TLJ registered?

ND53 TLJ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is ND53 TLJ safe to buy?

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