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EA03 VLS

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

75,808 mi
Last recorded75,808 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 VLS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 75,808 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 75,807 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 75,570 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 73,485 miles

Rear tyre sidewall cracking,rear shock absorber sticking.

Pass 3 Nov 2020 71,838 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 66,471 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 55,318 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 47,999 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 47,999 miles

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 44,679 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 43,387 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2015 43,387 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 38,000 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 30,028 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 21,402 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 18,413 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 12,517 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 9,789 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 8,470 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 6,894 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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EA03 VLS is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EA03 VLS, 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 EA03 VLS registered?

EA03 VLS is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is EA03 VLS safe to buy?

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