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NJ53 VEV

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

59,922 mi
Last recorded59,922 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ53 VEV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2025 59,922 miles

Rear slight free play in rear diff

Pass 5 Sep 2023 58,125 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2023 58,125 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 54,129 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 51,294 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 48,665 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2017 48,665 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 45,623 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 42,258 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 39,837 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 33,821 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 31,643 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 27,446 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 26,340 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 26,340 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 Apr 2009 20,504 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2009 20,504 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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NJ53 VEV is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 NJ53 VEV, 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 NJ53 VEV registered?

NJ53 VEV is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is NJ53 VEV safe to buy?

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