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VK03 EWU

2003 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,794 mi
Last recorded35,794 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 EWU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 35,794 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 32,730 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 32,185 miles

Steering damper has slight oil misting.

Fail 5 Apr 2016 32,185 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering damper has slight oil misting.

Pass 29 Apr 2015 29,269 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 29 Apr 2015 29,269 miles

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2014 24,992 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 20,390 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 17,693 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 17,693 miles

Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 15,862 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 13,636 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 12,908 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 12,033 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 11,219 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 10,279 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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VK03 EWU is a 2003 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VK03 EWU, 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 VK03 EWU registered?

VK03 EWU is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is VK03 EWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK03 EWU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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