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VX03 MFU

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,845 mi
Last recorded84,845 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 MFU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 84,845 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 80,518 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 72,503 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 68,786 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre 2mm - Legal limit 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2022 67,462 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 64,635 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 63,427 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 61,945 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 60,345 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 56,740 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 54,527 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 53,460 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 51,407 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 50,249 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 48,714 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 46,015 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 41,096 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 35,452 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 31,157 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 27,079 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 21,825 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 MFU is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MFU, 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 MFU registered?

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

Is VX03 MFU safe to buy?

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