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LD03 LJL

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

36,522 mi
Last recorded36,522 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 LJL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 36,522 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 35,368 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 35,368 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 34,329 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 33,244 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 32,565 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 31,429 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 30,313 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 29,781 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 27,723 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 25,272 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 20,797 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 17,993 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 14,555 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 13,252 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 12,489 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2009 12,489 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 11,680 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 11,007 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 11,007 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Fork yoke deformed (2.1.1b)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

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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LD03 LJL is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LD03 LJL, 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 LD03 LJL registered?

LD03 LJL is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 3 April 2003.

Is LD03 LJL safe to buy?

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