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YD53 TWF

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

35,727 mi
Last recorded35,727 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD53 TWF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 35,727 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2025 35,614 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 35,284 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2024 35,284 miles

Central Front Valve stem seriously damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Valve stem seriously damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2023 34,111 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2022 33,265 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 32,209 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 30,766 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 30,353 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 30,158 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 29,203 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 29,060 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 28,306 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 27,572 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 27,572 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2011 26,267 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 25,499 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 24,237 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 22,518 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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YD53 TWF is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YD53 TWF, 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 YD53 TWF registered?

YD53 TWF is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 October 2003.

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The MOT history for YD53 TWF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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