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MF03 BYW

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

18,710 mi
Last recorded18,710 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF03 BYW
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 18,710 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2025 18,282 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2024 17,279 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 16,770 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 16,032 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 15,617 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 15,339 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 15,146 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 14,916 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 14,916 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 14,440 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 13,968 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 13,704 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 13,228 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 12,587 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 12,586 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 12,586 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2009 11,852 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 10,368 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 9,787 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 6,555 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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MF03 BYW is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MF03 BYW, 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 MF03 BYW registered?

MF03 BYW is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is MF03 BYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF03 BYW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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