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YG03 GVJ

2003 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

96,282 mi
Last recorded96,282 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG03 GVJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 96,282 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 93,903 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 90,593 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 82,395 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 75,655 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 73,937 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 73,240 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 71,673 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Nov 2018 71,619 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 67,648 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2016 64,183 miles

rear light unit / led bulbs out

Pass 9 Jul 2015 64,080 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 59,911 miles

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

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

signs of perishing to front tyre.

Pass 6 Mar 2013 51,335 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 51,335 miles

Offside Rear Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 50,824 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 46,463 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 41,630 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 37,235 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 30,665 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2006 24,376 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 24,376 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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YG03 GVJ is a 2003 BMW R Series in Blue 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 YG03 GVJ, 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 YG03 GVJ registered?

YG03 GVJ is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is YG03 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG03 GVJ 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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