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SA03 UZM

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,946 mi
Last recorded28,946 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA03 UZM
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2024 28,946 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 27,619 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 26,403 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2022 26,403 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Bike cuts out when steering is turned on full lock to the right.

Pass 24 Sep 2021 26,125 miles

Fuel cap seal starting to split.

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

Fail 22 Sep 2021 26,125 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire excessive oil leak, leaking onto exhaust system. (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel cap seal starting to split.

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 25,825 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 25,825 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracking and perrished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Sep 2014 25,712 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 25,343 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 24,957 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 19,664 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 May 2011 19,664 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 13,784 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 8,044 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 6,839 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 5,655 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 4,499 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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SA03 UZM is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SA03 UZM, 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 SA03 UZM registered?

SA03 UZM is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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