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LV53 NCE

2003 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,749 mi
Last recorded32,749 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 NCE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2022 32,749 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 32,720 miles

headlight glass cracked

oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2020 32,705 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

headlight glass cracked

oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2019 31,731 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2019 31,731 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 30,933 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 30,624 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 30,624 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 29,459 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 27,538 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 24,834 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 23,671 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 23,652 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 23,101 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 23,043 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 22,567 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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LV53 NCE is a 2003 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LV53 NCE, 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 LV53 NCE registered?

LV53 NCE is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is LV53 NCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 NCE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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