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HT52 HCZ

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,959 mi
Last recorded31,959 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2011
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT52 HCZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2011 31,959 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 31,763 miles

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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

Fail 16 Apr 2010 31,761 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2008 25,201 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 22,792 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 22,780 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 19,288 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 19,288 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2006 12,902 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2006 12,674 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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HT52 HCZ is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HT52 HCZ, 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 HT52 HCZ registered?

HT52 HCZ is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is HT52 HCZ safe to buy?

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