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NM03 DKK

2003 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,881 mi
Last recorded20,881 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM03 DKK
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 20,881 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

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

Rear tyre sidewall has small cracks

Pass 25 Mar 2024 20,516 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 20,512 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 20,483 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 20,473 miles

Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Fail 26 Jul 2019 20,469 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 19,932 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 19,914 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 14,868 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 13,564 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 12,343 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 12,343 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 18 May 2013 9,716 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 7,732 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 4,790 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 3,517 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 3,418 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 2,962 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 1,025 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 943 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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NM03 DKK is a 2003 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 NM03 DKK, 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

How do I check the history of NM03 DKK?

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What year was NM03 DKK registered?

NM03 DKK is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 12 August 2003.

Is NM03 DKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM03 DKK shows 20 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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