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CF53 ESY

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

30,500 mi
Last recorded30,500 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 ESY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 30,500 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 30,372 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 30,372 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 27,142 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 23,948 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Fail 13 May 2022 23,948 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Pass 18 May 2021 21,267 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 20,654 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 19,156 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 18,764 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 17,854 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 17,007 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 16,930 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2009 15,176 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 15,152 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2008 13,199 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 11,449 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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CF53 ESY is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 16,682 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CF53 ESY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CF53 ESY registered?

CF53 ESY is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is CF53 ESY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF53 ESY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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