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VO53 YPZ

2003 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,242 mi
Last recorded29,242 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO53 YPZ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 29,242 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 29,238 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 29,234 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 29,230 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 29,230 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 29,226 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 29,004 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 26,770 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 24,878 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 24,870 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 23,928 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 23,666 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 21,503 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 1 Nov 2011 19,754 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 18,806 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 18,785 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 18,386 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 18,386 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2007 17,461 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 17,461 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 16,788 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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VO53 YPZ is a 2003 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VO53 YPZ, 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 VO53 YPZ registered?

VO53 YPZ is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 October 2003.

Is VO53 YPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO53 YPZ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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