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LB03 OOW

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

18,905 mi
Last recorded18,905 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 OOW
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 18,905 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 18,870 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2024 18,855 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2023 18,656 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 18,603 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 18,251 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 17,930 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 16,343 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 15,983 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 15,983 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 13,372 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 11,662 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 9,532 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 8,233 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 7,842 miles

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

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 6,404 miles

Front and rear tyre pressures very low.

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 6,159 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 5,657 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 5,544 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 4,489 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 4,489 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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LB03 OOW is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LB03 OOW, 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 LB03 OOW registered?

LB03 OOW is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is LB03 OOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB03 OOW shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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