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OU52 UGW

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,339 mi
Last recorded58,339 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU52 UGW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2026 58,339 miles

Brake binding but not excessively Fr. wheel (1.2.1 (f))

Wheel bearing has slight play slight play rear wheel (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2025 48,862 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 42,353 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 42,197 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 42,197 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 40,027 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 37,725 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 29,887 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 29,877 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 27,342 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 26,148 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 25,401 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 25,267 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 25,130 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 22,895 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 19,909 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 17,281 miles

slight binding on front brake

Pass 30 Jan 2006 12,743 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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OU52 UGW is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OU52 UGW, 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 OU52 UGW registered?

OU52 UGW is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is OU52 UGW safe to buy?

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