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YB03 UON

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

69,524 mi
Last recorded69,524 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 UON
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 69,524 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 69,153 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 68,890 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 67,628 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 65,800 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 63,309 miles

front brake pads worn ,change asap

Pass 8 Mar 2019 61,961 miles

rear shock slightly weeping

Pass 5 Mar 2018 59,622 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 57,542 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 55,394 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2016 55,394 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 52,014 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 50,807 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 49,862 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 49,862 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 26 Sep 2012 49,810 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 47,115 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 45,840 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 44,800 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 42,313 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 28,897 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 12,099 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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YB03 UON is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YB03 UON, 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 YB03 UON registered?

YB03 UON is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 July 2003.

Is YB03 UON safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB03 UON shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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