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RO03 JWY

2003 BMW F Series

Orange Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,336 mi
Last recorded29,336 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 JWY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 29,336 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2024
Pass 27 Jun 2023 28,886 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 28,515 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 28,011 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2021 27,998 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 27,412 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 26,193 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear footpeg not staying in upright position

Pass 19 Sep 2013 25,855 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 25,232 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 23,915 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 21,685 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 19,647 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 19,647 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2008 18,195 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 16,284 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 11,943 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 11,943 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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 JWY is a 2003 BMW F Series in Orange with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 JWY, 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 JWY registered?

RO03 JWY is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is RO03 JWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO03 JWY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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