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YP03 CRU

2003 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

116,524 mi
Last recorded116,524 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R Series30,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP03 CRU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 116,524 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 113,125 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 110,460 miles

Offside Rear swinging arm /drive shaft pivot bearing ,usual std slight free play/movement

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 106,746 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Slight free play in rear axle pivot bearings

Pass 21 Jul 2020 102,080 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 21 Jul 2020 101,985 miles

Stop lamp not working not operating using rear brake pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 94,864 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 90,698 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 85,618 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 80,391 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 77,648 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 76,699 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 73,110 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 66,739 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 58,760 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 52,856 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 44,850 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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YP03 CRU is a 2003 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YP03 CRU, 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 YP03 CRU registered?

YP03 CRU is a 2003 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is YP03 CRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP03 CRU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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