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PK03 OOU

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

39,493 mi
Last recorded39,493 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK03 OOU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 39,493 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 38,806 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 38,731 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 38,482 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 37,207 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 37,207 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 36,534 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 36,152 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 34,216 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 33,595 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 31,808 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2013 31,232 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 30,830 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 30,242 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 28,811 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 26,214 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 23,184 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 20,281 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 16,522 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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PK03 OOU is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow 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 PK03 OOU, 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 PK03 OOU registered?

PK03 OOU is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is PK03 OOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK03 OOU 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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