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RO03 JKZ

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

30,088 mi
Last recorded30,088 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 JKZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 30,088 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 29,424 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 20 Jun 2024 29,424 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 28,953 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Jun 2023 28,953 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 28,250 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 28,250 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 28,250 miles

Rear Inner Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2017 28,194 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

damaged lh rear footrest

Pass 27 Jan 2016 28,167 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Left hand pillion footrest missing

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2016 28,164 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Left hand pillion footrest missing

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 28,110 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

rear left hand footrest shortend

Fail 9 Dec 2014 28,110 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

rear left hand footrest shortend

Pass 6 Dec 2013 27,655 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front forks slightly pitted which could cause short seal life

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

Fail 4 Dec 2013 27,655 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)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Front forks slightly pitted which could cause short seal life

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 26,894 miles

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

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

H/bars slightly bent.

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 26,209 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

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

h/bars slightly bent

Pass 22 Sep 2010 25,293 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 23,272 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 May 2009 23,066 miles

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

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

Fail 11 May 2009 23,066 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 13 May 2008 20,129 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 13 May 2008 20,129 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 12,839 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Mar 2007 12,839 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 8,940 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 JKZ is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 JKZ, 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 JKZ registered?

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

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