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NJ03 RFX

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,210 mi
Last recorded21,210 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ03 RFX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 21,210 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 21,206 miles

Headlamp aim too low (wont adjust) (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 20,257 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 17,886 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 17,232 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 16,163 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit getting low (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2016 14,809 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 14,026 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 13,468 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 12,230 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 12,230 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 11,520 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 10,414 miles

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

nearside front indicator slightly loose

Fail 20 Jun 2008 10,515 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

nearside front indicator slightly loose

Pass 27 Apr 2007 9,478 miles

offside and nearside foot rest stiff to operate

Pass 22 May 2006 7,710 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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NJ03 RFX is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NJ03 RFX, 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 NJ03 RFX registered?

NJ03 RFX is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is NJ03 RFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ03 RFX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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