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NL53 POF

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,606 mi
Last recorded55,606 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL53 POF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 55,606 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 53,041 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 50,499 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 46,238 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 38,924 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 29,941 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 29,504 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 26,742 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 22,377 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 20 Sep 2008 20,590 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 20,590 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 16,720 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 11,566 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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NL53 POF is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NL53 POF, 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 NL53 POF registered?

NL53 POF is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is NL53 POF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL53 POF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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