Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 226 vehicles, the 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ccm R 30 Supermoto (2003)

226 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85.9% first-time pass rate

2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto

CarHunch analysed 226 real MOT records for the 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2003 CCM R 30 Supermoto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 69.9%, notably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these aging sportbikes are more prone to test failures than the typical vehicle. The dangerous defect rate sits at 9.7%, which is manageable but worth noting if you're considering an older example in poor condition.

At nearly 7,600 miles on average, these bikes show relatively low mileage for their age—typical of enthusiast-owned machines that aren't daily commuters—but the average of 1.33 failures per test indicates structural or wear-related issues are creeping in. With 4.5 advisories per vehicle, you should budget for maintenance on suspension, exhaust, and lighting systems; have a pre-purchase inspection done by a motorcycle specialist to catch failing components before they become failures at the next MOT.

We have limited data for the 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

85.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

9.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.33

Over 9.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–10k

For context

These stats describe 226 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 226 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	224	85.9%	1.34

Colour Breakdown

Based on 629 Ccm R 30 Supermoto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 40.1%

252

Blue 17.3%

109

Green 13.4%

Silver 11.1%

Yellow 6.5%

Red 4.1%

Purple 4%

Multi-colour 2.7%

White 0.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

6,735

typical

4,348

low mileage

9,637

high mileage

Half of all 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto vehicles fall between 4,348 and 9,637 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,348 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 4,348–9,637 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermotos sit.

⚠ Over 13,009 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2003 Ccm R 30 Supermoto — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 48% of 2003 Ccm R 30 Supermotos are still active.

Numbers are declining — 49 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (48% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

9.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.33

Avg failures per vehicle

4.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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