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P149 KJO

2003 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

60,749 mi
Last recorded60,749 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP149 KJO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 60,749 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 60,749 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 92,888 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Jul 2022 92,884 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Rear stop light not working (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Dec 2015 86,308 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 84,748 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 83,217 miles

N/S/F indicator stalk temporary repair

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 80,991 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 78,727 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 76,999 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 74,305 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 71,758 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 69,208 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 63,388 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 58,871 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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P149 KJO is a 2003 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P149 KJO, 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.

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What year was P149 KJO registered?

P149 KJO is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 April 2003.

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