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PV03 YKS

2003 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,098 mi
Last recorded43,098 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPV03 YKS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 43,098 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 41,627 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 40,452 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 40,452 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly engine speed increases on left and right lock. Cable adjustment incorrect. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 39,879 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 39,737 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 39,056 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 38,575 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 11 May 2017 38,569 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 19 May 2016 37,490 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 37,490 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 37,490 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 37,490 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 36,115 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 34,800 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2014 34,800 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 31,916 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 30,612 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 13,986 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 10,386 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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PV03 YKS 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 PV03 YKS, 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 PV03 YKS registered?

PV03 YKS is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is PV03 YKS safe to buy?

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