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FE03 OSG

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

61,860 mi
Last recorded61,860 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 OSG
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 61,860 miles

Front Brake lever small reserve travel.

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 57,364 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2023 54,320 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 53,163 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2021 53,160 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly revs up when steering left (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 53,109 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2019 50,476 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 50,473 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 50,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2016 50,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 50,433 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Some tight links (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn Near wear limit (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 50,418 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

nearside handlegrip loose

Fail 31 Jul 2015 50,418 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2014 50,402 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2013 49,510 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 49,177 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 49,177 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 47,097 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 45,743 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 42,291 miles

front sprocket cover missing

Pass 22 May 2007 37,810 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 20,549 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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FE03 OSG is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FE03 OSG, 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 FE03 OSG registered?

FE03 OSG is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 13 March 2003.

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