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EA03 VLW

2003 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,565 mi
Last recorded44,565 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 VLW
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 44,565 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 44,563 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 44,563 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 44,504 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 44,504 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 44,243 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 44,034 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2019 42,394 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 39,909 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive drive chain excessively dry (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2017 37,695 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 35,615 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 May 2015 33,745 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 May 2014 31,832 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 27,791 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 24,864 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 21,868 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 19,209 miles

REAR BRAKE MASTERCYLINDER FLUID LEVEL ON MIN.

Pass 27 Sep 2008 16,286 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front tyre perishing

Fail 8 Sep 2007 13,242 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front tyre walls starting to perish

Pass 8 Sep 2007 13,242 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

front tyre walls starting to perish

Pass 20 May 2006 8,737 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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EA03 VLW is a 2003 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VLW, 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 EA03 VLW registered?

EA03 VLW is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is EA03 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA03 VLW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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