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RL03 GHU

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

11,726 mi
Last recorded11,726 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL03 GHU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 11,726 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2025 11,629 miles

Front Slight Cracking to Front Tyre Tread

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Slight Cracking to Rear Tyre Tread

Slight Damage to Drive Belt

Pass 1 Jun 2024 11,561 miles

Front Slight cracking on Front Tyre

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Slight Damage to Drive Belt

Rear Slight cracking on Rear Tyre

Pass 19 May 2023 11,444 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

slight cracking on front tyre

slight cracking on rear tyre

slight damage to drive belt

Pass 28 May 2022 11,261 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 11,226 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Slight damage to drive belt

Pass 21 Aug 2019 11,056 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Slight cracking to fuel filler cap seal but still sealing

Slight damage to drive belt

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 10,989 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 10,660 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 10,515 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 10,409 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 10,261 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 10,121 miles

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

Slight damage to drive belt

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 9,804 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 9,603 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 8,601 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 7,736 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 6,420 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2007 4,882 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 4,882 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 4,203 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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RL03 GHU is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 RL03 GHU, 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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What year was RL03 GHU registered?

RL03 GHU is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is RL03 GHU safe to buy?

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