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EO53 RPZ

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,766 mi
Last recorded46,766 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 RPZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 46,766 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 45,335 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 45,335 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 45,176 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 44,851 miles

Nearside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2018 44,851 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 44,769 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 44,607 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 44,239 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 43,298 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 43,043 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 26 Apr 2013 43,043 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 42,298 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 41,242 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 41,161 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 41,161 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 41,101 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008
Pass 13 Jul 2007

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 30,994 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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EO53 RPZ is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EO53 RPZ, 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 EO53 RPZ registered?

EO53 RPZ is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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