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PJ03 VSU

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,911 mi
Last recorded34,911 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 VSU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2026 34,911 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 34,573 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 33,230 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 31,551 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 31,464 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 31,121 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 31,120 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 31,026 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 30,959 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 30,908 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 30,798 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 30,591 miles

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2013 29,712 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2012 28,567 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 21,438 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 19,079 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 17,050 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 28,719 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 15,966 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 15,712 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 14,366 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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PJ03 VSU is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PJ03 VSU, 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 PJ03 VSU registered?

PJ03 VSU is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 April 2003.

Is PJ03 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ03 VSU shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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