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LC03 NRL

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,546 mi
Last recorded18,546 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 NRL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 18,546 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

handlebar hand guards fouling on scree on full lock but steering is not affected

Pass 13 May 2025 11,961 miles

Front tyre slight cracking

Handle bar hand guards fouling screen on full lock but steering not affected

Fail 12 May 2025 11,921 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Front tyre slight cracking

Handle bar hand guards fouling screen on full lock but steering not affected

Pass 5 Jun 2024 10,914 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 10,642 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 10,467 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 10,223 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 9,654 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 9,654 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 7,402 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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LC03 NRL is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LC03 NRL, 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 LC03 NRL registered?

LC03 NRL is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 21 August 2003.

Is LC03 NRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 NRL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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