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SB53 UUY

2003 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

14,770 mi
Last recorded14,770 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 UUY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 14,770 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 13,881 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 12,500 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 11,976 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 10,424 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 10,406 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

offside panier bracket loose

Pass 26 Oct 2020 9,688 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 8,849 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 7,810 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 7,063 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 6,513 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 6,513 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 May 2014 2,980 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 2,118 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 2,118 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Tax disc holder insecure

Pass 25 May 2012 910 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 890 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 418 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 291 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 2,533 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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SB53 UUY is a 2003 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SB53 UUY, 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 SB53 UUY registered?

SB53 UUY is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 December 2003.

Is SB53 UUY safe to buy?

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Does SB53 UUY have outstanding finance?

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