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SG53 ZHY

2003 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,110 mi
Last recorded42,110 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 ZHY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 42,110 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 31,410 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 30,476 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 29,993 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 29,207 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 27,858 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 27,843 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2018 26,833 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 26,063 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 24,746 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 23,276 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 20,449 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 20,449 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 17,305 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 15,990 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 12,463 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 11,629 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 11,258 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 10,660 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 7,653 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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SG53 ZHY 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 90%.

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 SG53 ZHY, 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 SG53 ZHY registered?

SG53 ZHY is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is SG53 ZHY safe to buy?

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