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KE03 BZJ

2003 BMW F Series

Orange Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,288 mi
Last recorded29,288 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 BZJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 29,288 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Jan 2026 29,282 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 25,808 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2025 25,808 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 25,321 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2023 25,321 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 May 2021 25,281 miles

both front fork stantions pitted

Pass 28 Jul 2020 24,936 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 23,231 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight Drive Chain to Tight. (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 23,021 miles

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

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear Tyre has Slight Cracking.

Pass 13 Aug 2016 22,580 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 13 Aug 2016 22,580 miles

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

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 20,691 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 19,411 miles

Front Tyre has slight Cracks on the Side Wall.

Fail 9 Apr 2013 16,213 miles

Front Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 16,213 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 13,655 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 13,655 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 11,200 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 5,569 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 5,225 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 4,273 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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KE03 BZJ is a 2003 BMW F Series in Orange with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KE03 BZJ, 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 KE03 BZJ registered?

KE03 BZJ is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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