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SB03 MEV

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,521 mi
Last recorded72,521 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 MEV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2020 72,521 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 72,521 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 72,351 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 66,159 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 59,306 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 57,748 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 54,208 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 50,893 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 49,192 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 45,636 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 42,821 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 39,061 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 35,493 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 29,544 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 29,544 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 May 2006 18,266 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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SB03 MEV 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 87.5%.

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 SB03 MEV, 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 SB03 MEV registered?

SB03 MEV is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 24 May 2003.

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