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FE03 OSL

2003 BMW F Series

White Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

5,960 mi
Last recorded5,960 miles
Recorded on19 May 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 OSL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2021 5,960 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2021 5,960 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 15,217 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2016

mileage etc not illuminating

Fail 25 Feb 2016

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

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

mileage etc not illuminating

registration light inop

Pass 11 Sep 2014 9,094 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 9,084 miles

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

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

front brake very slightly binding

Pass 21 Feb 2013 9,078 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 8,978 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 8,978 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2010 8,552 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 8,552 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 8,109 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 6,588 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 5,390 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 4,597 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 3,149 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 OSL is a 2003 BMW F Series in White with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OSL, 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 FE03 OSL registered?

FE03 OSL is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is FE03 OSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE03 OSL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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