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YJ03 JWS

2003 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

84,400 mi
Last recorded84,400 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 JWS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 84,400 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 78,368 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 78,341 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 77,324 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 76,725 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 71,942 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 67,406 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 67,178 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 66,433 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 63,487 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 59,085 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all indicators slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 59,085 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all indicators slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 50,861 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Jul 2014 47,528 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 47,528 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 43,268 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2013 43,268 miles

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 39,105 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 3 Aug 2012 39,051 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 34,459 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 34,459 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 29,279 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 19,525 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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YJ03 JWS is a 2003 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 YJ03 JWS, 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 YJ03 JWS registered?

YJ03 JWS is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is YJ03 JWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ03 JWS shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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