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LA03 CMU

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

10,387 mi
Last recorded10,387 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 CMU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 10,387 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 9,516 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 9,453 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 8,757 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 8,757 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working when foot brake applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 8,588 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 8,588 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 7,943 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 7,206 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 6,973 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 6,434 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 5,873 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 5,194 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 4,782 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 3,801 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 2,762 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 1,543 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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LA03 CMU is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LA03 CMU, 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

How do I check the history of LA03 CMU?

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What year was LA03 CMU registered?

LA03 CMU is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is LA03 CMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA03 CMU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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