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RE03 EBU

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

33,368 mi
Last recorded33,368 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE03 EBU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2022 33,368 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 31,494 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 31,356 miles

Fork yoke slightly corroded. Front fork stanchions (2.1.1b)

Handlebar grips starting to split

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Rear lower linkage bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 23 May 2017 31,355 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front both hand grips split & worn

Front front fork stansions pitted

Nearside Rear l/h rear indicator loose

Rear suspension bush has slight free play lower rear linkage bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 May 2016 30,963 miles

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 May 2016 30,963 miles

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 May 2015 29,829 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 26,770 miles

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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 29 Apr 2014 26,770 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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 8 May 2013 18,711 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 8 May 2013 18,711 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 7,988 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fuel tank cap seal starting to perish still ok at moment

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

No Rear foot rests fitted

Offside Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 7,988 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fuel tank cap seal starting to perish still ok at moment

No Rear foot rests fitted

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 5 May 2011 1,832 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2011 1,832 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 May 2010 1,108 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 630 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 521 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 13,959 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 10,353 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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RE03 EBU is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RE03 EBU, 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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RE03 EBU is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 27 May 2003.

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