CarVerify

Free Car Check

PE03 XAH

2003 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

28,947 mi
Last recorded28,947 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE03 XAH
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 28,947 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 28,667 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 28,028 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 27,082 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 25,463 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 23,978 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 21,637 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 21,468 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 21,208 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 20,198 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 19,368 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 16,420 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 14,857 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 14,199 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 14,199 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 13,361 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 13,361 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 11,182 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 8,228 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 5,960 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
Full BMW F Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PE03 XAH is a 2003 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PE03 XAH, 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 PE03 XAH?

You can check the full history of PE03 XAH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PE03 XAH registered?

PE03 XAH is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is PE03 XAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE03 XAH shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PE03 XAH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PE03 XAH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.