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PF03 DKA

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

63,097 mi
Last recorded63,097 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF03 DKA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 63,097 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 62,852 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 62,468 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 62,232 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2021 62,201 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2020 59,982 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 58,300 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 56,030 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 54,075 miles

Rear tyre starting splitt slightly between tread

Pass 11 May 2016 46,568 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 41,915 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 37,811 miles

warning light on dash

Pass 13 May 2013 32,974 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 30,031 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 25,397 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 18,259 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 15,854 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 10,547 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 7,846 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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PF03 DKA is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 PF03 DKA, 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 PF03 DKA registered?

PF03 DKA is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is PF03 DKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF03 DKA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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