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RO03 JFV

2003 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,287 mi
Last recorded49,287 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 JFV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 49,287 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 49,283 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension component modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2022 49,189 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2022 49,189 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2015 48,744 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 46,393 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 38,560 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 32,340 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2011 26,304 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 22,688 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 16,854 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2009 16,854 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 May 2008 13,611 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 10,311 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 6,371 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 JFV is a 2003 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JFV, 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 RO03 JFV registered?

RO03 JFV is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 March 2003.

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