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KH03 BOU

2003 BMW F Series

Maroon Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,678 mi
Last recorded21,678 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH03 BOU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 21,678 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 21,603 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 20,900 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 19,954 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre sidewall slightly perished/cracks

Fail 25 Nov 2023 19,954 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre sidewall slightly perished/cracks

Pass 23 Dec 2022 18,276 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2019 18,262 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 18,097 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 14,371 miles

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

Handlebar slightly bent

Fail 5 Sep 2017 14,730 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 7,048 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 7,048 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 7,045 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 7,039 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 6,880 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 5,604 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 3,103 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 3,085 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 2,905 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 2,905 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

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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KH03 BOU is a 2003 BMW F Series in Maroon with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KH03 BOU, 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 KH03 BOU registered?

KH03 BOU is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is KH03 BOU safe to buy?

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