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EA03 VMF

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

26,558 mi
Last recorded26,558 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 VMF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 26,558 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 3 mm (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 26,038 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 26,038 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 25,368 miles

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap seal slightly perished

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Throttle grips worn

Fail 19 Sep 2020 25,361 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap seal slightly perished

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Throttle grips worn

Pass 18 Sep 2019 24,758 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 29,755 miles

Headlamp aim too high Kick beam incorrect (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2015 24,001 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 23,083 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2012

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Pass 22 Jul 2011 16,688 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 15,991 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 14,040 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 12,495 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2007 10,085 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,669 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 VMF is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VMF, 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 VMF registered?

EA03 VMF is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 20 May 2003.

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