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MJ52 GHK

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,342 mi
Last recorded43,342 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 GHK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2014 43,342 miles

Chain guard missing

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 43,342 miles

Chain guard missing

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 42,937 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 42,612 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2010 42,594 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Chain Guard missing

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 36,446 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 29,515 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 24,530 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2006 16,600 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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MJ52 GHK is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MJ52 GHK, 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 MJ52 GHK registered?

MJ52 GHK is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is MJ52 GHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ52 GHK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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