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VX03 MDY

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

10,601 mi
Last recorded10,601 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 MDY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 10,601 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 10,574 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 9,817 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 9,538 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 8,937 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 8,699 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 8,478 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 7,938 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 7,345 miles

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

slightly leaking oil left hand side cylinder area

Pass 19 Apr 2016 6,724 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 6,631 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 6,631 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 6,535 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 6,535 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 6,452 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 6,176 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 5,923 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 5,340 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 4,932 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 4,576 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 4,150 miles

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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VX03 MDY is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VX03 MDY, 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 VX03 MDY registered?

VX03 MDY is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is VX03 MDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX03 MDY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX03 MDY have outstanding finance?

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