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FE03 OTT

2003 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

52,840 mi
Last recorded52,840 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 OTT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 52,840 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 52,840 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 52,540 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 27 Apr 2019 52,540 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 May 2018 52,040 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 51,979 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 49,932 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 47,041 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 45,413 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 42,548 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 36,560 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 36,584 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 21 Jan 2010 36,121 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 34,705 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 31,553 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 27,168 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 25,250 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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FE03 OTT is a 2003 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE03 OTT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FE03 OTT registered?

FE03 OTT is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is FE03 OTT safe to buy?

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