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HS03 FWV

2003 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

133,410 mi
Last recorded133,410 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS03 FWV
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 133,410 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 133,409 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 130,540 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 128,842 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 128,620 miles

Central Front Steering Damper Leaking (light)

Fail 28 Jul 2020 128,619 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Central Front Steering Damper Leaking (light)

Pass 19 Aug 2019 127,402 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 125,394 miles

centre exhaust springs missing

Fail 13 Aug 2018 125,393 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

centre exhaust springs missing

rear silencer band broken

Pass 7 Aug 2017 123,618 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 122,223 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 117,776 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 92,222 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 31 Jul 2014 92,220 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Nearside and offside front brake discs worn.

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear brake disc worn.

Pass 5 Jul 2013 66,120 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 43,205 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 17,946 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 15,744 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 15,025 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 12,430 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 8,814 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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HS03 FWV is a 2003 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HS03 FWV, 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 HS03 FWV registered?

HS03 FWV is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is HS03 FWV safe to buy?

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