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PN53 WPD

2003 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,373 mi
Last recorded72,373 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 WPD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 72,373 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively bobbins worn. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2018 72,373 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively bobbins worn. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged split. (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 72,370 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

clutch leaking fluid

Fail 5 Sep 2017 72,370 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies not working with either control (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

clutch leaking fluid

Pass 13 May 2016 71,815 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 5 May 2016 71,815 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired lens broken and insecure. (1.1.1b)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 58,189 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 55,451 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 33,467 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 25,054 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre has cracks in side walls

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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PN53 WPD is a 2003 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PN53 WPD, 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 PN53 WPD registered?

PN53 WPD is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 September 2003.

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