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OV03 VMC

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,994 mi
Last recorded42,994 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 VMC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 42,994 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 42,512 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 41,845 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 39,501 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 39,297 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 38,832 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 38,437 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 37,653 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 35,743 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 35,665 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 35,665 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 35,319 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 33,873 miles

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

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

rear tyre worn to 1.7mm

Pass 13 Jul 2009 30,238 miles

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

front tyre on 2mm

Pass 1 Aug 2008 28,067 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 22,195 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 7 Aug 2006 11,200 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 10,951 miles

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

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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OV03 VMC is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 OV03 VMC, 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 OV03 VMC registered?

OV03 VMC is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is OV03 VMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV03 VMC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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