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RO03 JPU

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

24,207 mi
Last recorded24,207 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 JPU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 24,207 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 23,664 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 18,639 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2017 18,617 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 18,746 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 16,698 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 14,999 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 13,904 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear inner brake pad wearing thin.

Pass 18 Apr 2011 11,896 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 10,302 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 9,097 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 6,415 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 4,580 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 JPU is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 JPU, 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 JPU registered?

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

Is RO03 JPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO03 JPU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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