MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
66,478 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too high adjust (4.1.2 (a))
Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))
Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded rear lever (3.2.A1h)
Offside Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the BMW R Series?
Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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NJ53 VGM is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.
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 NJ53 VGM, 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 NJ53 VGM registered?
NJ53 VGM is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2003.
Is NJ53 VGM safe to buy?
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