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OW53 FNY

2003 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

52,477 mi
Last recorded52,477 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW53 FNY
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 52,477 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 49,586 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 49,545 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

ABS warning light flashing

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Indicator switch faulty sticking cancellation button (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

silencer end plate loose

Pass 15 May 2017 49,531 miles

Brake component is slightly distorted Brake pedal bent, (3.1.5)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 13 May 2017 49,531 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Brake component is slightly distorted Brake pedal bent, (3.1.5)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 49,343 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 49,343 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 47,035 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 43,115 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 43,114 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 38,691 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 37,000 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 37,000 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 32,072 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 28,334 miles

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

frame covered in bodywork

Pass 22 May 2008 17,514 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2007 15,792 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 13,848 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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OW53 FNY is a 2003 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OW53 FNY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OW53 FNY registered?

OW53 FNY is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is OW53 FNY safe to buy?

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