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RO03 JHF

2003 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,502 mi
Last recorded20,502 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 JHF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 20,502 miles

Central Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 20,176 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 19,687 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 19,249 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 19,249 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 18,989 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 16,950 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 16,075 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 15,275 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2015 14,173 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 13,478 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 12,462 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 12,118 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 10,309 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 8,659 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2009 8,052 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 May 2008 7,530 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2007 6,447 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 6,447 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2006 5,119 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 JHF 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 90%.

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 RO03 JHF, 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 JHF registered?

RO03 JHF is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is RO03 JHF safe to buy?

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