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RO03 JLU

2003 BMW R1100

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,694 mi
Last recorded41,694 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R110020,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 JLU
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 41,694 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 39,501 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 39,501 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 36,754 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 35,597 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 34,040 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 33,210 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 32,766 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 30,008 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 27,370 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 26,263 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 26,263 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2015 23,714 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 21,630 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 19,772 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 18,988 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 17,411 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 15,869 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 14,450 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 12,323 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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RO03 JLU is a 2003 BMW R1100 in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 20,353 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 R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO03 JLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this BMW R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO03 JLU registered?

RO03 JLU is a 2003 BMW R1100, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is RO03 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO03 JLU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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