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PJ03 VSX

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,436 mi
Last recorded42,436 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 VSX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 42,436 miles

Rear rear sprocket drive slight play

Pass 17 Jul 2024 42,175 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2024 42,168 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2023 41,451 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 39,832 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Feb 2022 39,804 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 37,953 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 May 2018 37,184 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 37,184 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 20 May 2017 34,320 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 30,856 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2016 30,856 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2015

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2015
Pass 12 May 2014 25,464 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 24,026 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 23,612 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 23,612 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 20,260 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 16,313 miles

center stand sticking

Pass 20 Aug 2008 8,988 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 8,984 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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PJ03 VSX is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 PJ03 VSX, 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 PJ03 VSX registered?

PJ03 VSX is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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The MOT history for PJ03 VSX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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