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YF52 BCY

2003 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,236 mi
Last recorded45,236 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF52 BCY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2018 45,236 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 43,827 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 42,121 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 31,883 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 28,749 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 25,922 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 22,349 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 19,477 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 16,539 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 14,530 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 11,853 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 9,082 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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YF52 BCY is a 2003 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YF52 BCY, 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 YF52 BCY registered?

YF52 BCY is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 January 2003.

Is YF52 BCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF52 BCY shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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