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RO03 JCV

2003 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

30,124 mi
Last recorded30,124 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 JCV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 30,124 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2025 30,079 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 28,835 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 28,835 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2022 28,204 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 28,196 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2017 28,019 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 28,015 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 23 May 2016 27,615 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 May 2015 27,363 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 26,533 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 25,551 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 25,267 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 25,267 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 23,186 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 18,439 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 14,510 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 11,621 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 7,579 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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RO03 JCV is a 2003 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 RO03 JCV, 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 RO03 JCV registered?

RO03 JCV is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 11 March 2003.

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