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OY53 HTJ

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,904 mi
Last recorded23,904 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 HTJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 23,904 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 23,889 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 23,887 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 23,499 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 23,048 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 23,018 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 21,683 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 21,683 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 19,342 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 17,693 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 17,691 miles

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 11,543 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 9,257 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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OY53 HTJ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OY53 HTJ, 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 OY53 HTJ registered?

OY53 HTJ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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The MOT history for OY53 HTJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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