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PN53 WPR

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,766 mi
Last recorded28,766 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 WPR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 28,766 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 May 2025 26,672 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 25,836 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 25,787 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2020 25,686 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 25,585 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 25,284 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 23,659 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 23,659 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 21,474 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 21,391 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 21,320 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 21,320 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 20,099 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 18,970 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 15,996 miles

rear tyre has been plugged

Pass 7 Sep 2007 14,494 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 13,079 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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PN53 WPR is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WPR, 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 WPR registered?

PN53 WPR is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is PN53 WPR safe to buy?

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