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OY53 HTC

2003 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,466 mi
Last recorded38,466 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2010
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 HTC
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2010 38,466 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 37,406 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 14 Nov 2006 26,283 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 26,283 miles

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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OY53 HTC is a 2003 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OY53 HTC, 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.

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What year was OY53 HTC registered?

OY53 HTC is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is OY53 HTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY53 HTC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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