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CN03 YTW

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

16,711 mi
Last recorded16,711 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN03 YTW
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 16,711 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 16,280 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 16,242 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 16,237 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2023 16,228 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Cush Drive Rubbers showing signs of wear/movement (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Apr 2019
Pass 13 Apr 2018 13,408 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 12,571 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 12,403 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 11,959 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 10,716 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 9,377 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 7,893 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 7,360 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 6,291 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 6,291 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 5,720 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Apr 2009 5,720 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 5,186 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 4,499 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 3,398 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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CN03 YTW is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 CN03 YTW, 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.

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What year was CN03 YTW registered?

CN03 YTW is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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