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RD54 PVW

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,693 mi
Last recorded10,693 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD54 PVW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2025 10,693 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 10,473 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 8,726 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 7,209 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 6,497 miles

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

Rear Tyre showing signs of cracking

Pass 22 Jul 2019 5,006 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 4,458 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 4,034 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 2,116 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 1,530 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 1,010 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 180 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 148 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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RD54 PVW is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 RD54 PVW, 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

How do I check the history of RD54 PVW?

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What year was RD54 PVW registered?

RD54 PVW is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is RD54 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD54 PVW shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RD54 PVW have outstanding finance?

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