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YD53 TVZ

2003 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,359 mi
Last recorded15,359 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD53 TVZ
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 15,359 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 15,347 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 15,332 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 15,297 miles

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 15,203 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 15,039 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 14,856 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 13,497 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Driveshaft boot slightly perished

Offside Rear Outer Driveshaft boot is slightly perished

Pass 6 Sep 2017 12,734 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 12,502 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 12,148 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 60,597 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 11,741 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 11,181 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 9,361 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 8,811 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 8,974 miles

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 6,534 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 5,155 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 5,008 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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YD53 TVZ is a 2003 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YD53 TVZ, 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.

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What year was YD53 TVZ registered?

YD53 TVZ is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is YD53 TVZ safe to buy?

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