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YM03 ZVC

2003 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,140 mi
Last recorded30,140 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM03 ZVC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 30,140 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 29,679 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 29,586 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 28,056 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 26,812 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 22,257 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 22,250 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 22,237 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2014 22,104 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front brakes binding but not excessive

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 20,986 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 58,493 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2012 58,493 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 45,587 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 45,500 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 35,365 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 26,995 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 5,522 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 3,308 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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YM03 ZVC is a 2003 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YM03 ZVC, 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 YM03 ZVC registered?

YM03 ZVC is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 August 2003.

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