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S555 JBS

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,803 mi
Last recorded67,803 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS555 JBS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 67,803 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 66,080 miles

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

front tyre steping

Fail 5 Jul 2017 66,052 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

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

front tyre steping

Pass 5 Feb 2016 64,863 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 64,863 miles

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

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 58,319 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 50,734 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 46,829 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 37,981 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 27,857 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 20,198 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 15,775 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 15,732 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 10,263 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 10,263 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 8,676 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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S555 JBS is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S555 JBS, 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 S555 JBS registered?

S555 JBS is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is S555 JBS safe to buy?

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