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RO03 JWW

2003 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,234 mi
Last recorded86,234 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 JWW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 86,234 miles

Nearside Radiator may be weeping coolant

Pass 7 Jul 2022 86,211 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 77,268 miles

exhaust end cover

Pass 2 Apr 2016 61,258 miles

Front brakes slight bind

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

reg lamp not working

Fail 31 Mar 2016 61,258 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front brakes slight bind

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

reg lamp not working

Pass 25 Mar 2015 42,890 miles

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

no plate lamp

Fail 25 Mar 2015 42,890 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

no plate lamp

Pass 1 Apr 2014 25,615 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 23,153 miles

warning light on dash

Pass 6 Jun 2012 21,678 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 19,906 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 17,656 miles

front tyre worn

Pass 27 Apr 2009 15,420 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 13,349 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 10,800 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 8,478 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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RO03 JWW is a 2003 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO03 JWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO03 JWW registered?

RO03 JWW is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is RO03 JWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO03 JWW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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