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LW03 LYK

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

22,608 mi
Last recorded22,608 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW03 LYK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 22,608 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 22,228 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 22,056 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 21,999 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2019 21,903 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 21,620 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 21,397 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 21,158 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 20,787 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 20,529 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 20,155 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 19,835 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 19,508 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 May 2010 176,920 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 15,339 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 12,331 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 9,683 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 7,272 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 7,272 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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LW03 LYK is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LW03 LYK, 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 LW03 LYK registered?

LW03 LYK is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is LW03 LYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW03 LYK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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