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RE03 EBP

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

49,931 mi
Last recorded49,931 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE03 EBP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 49,931 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 48,520 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 47,322 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 45,955 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 45,320 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 43,826 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 42,860 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 42,165 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 41,270 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 36,699 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 33,590 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 31,013 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 30,106 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Mar 2012 30,106 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 7,814 miles

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

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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RE03 EBP is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RE03 EBP, 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 RE03 EBP registered?

RE03 EBP is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is RE03 EBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE03 EBP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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