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LG03 DUV

2003 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

49,845 mi
Last recorded49,845 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 DUV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2020 49,845 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 44,052 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 39,115 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2016 34,779 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2016 34,777 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 333,213 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 19 Oct 2015 333,213 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 33,312 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 27,536 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 27,520 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

unable to inspect front sprocket

Pass 19 Jul 2013 20,199 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 10,857 miles

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

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 6,622 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 4,507 miles

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

front and rear tyres low on pressure

Pass 16 Jul 2009 3,772 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 3,590 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 2,973 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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LG03 DUV is a 2003 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LG03 DUV, 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.

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What year was LG03 DUV registered?

LG03 DUV is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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