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NL03 RYG

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

61,569 mi
Last recorded61,569 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL03 RYG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2024 61,569 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 60,137 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 58,233 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 55,349 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 53,102 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 50,989 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 48,640 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 48,640 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 45,639 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 37,352 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 37,352 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 36,044 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 33,527 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 30,545 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 26,486 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 21,265 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 16,843 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 12,248 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 7,605 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 3,790 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 2,383 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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NL03 RYG is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 NL03 RYG, 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 NL03 RYG registered?

NL03 RYG is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is NL03 RYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL03 RYG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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