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SH03 ENC

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,599 mi
Last recorded35,599 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 ENC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 35,599 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2025 35,056 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fuel cap seal cracking

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2025 35,054 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fuel cap seal cracking

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 34,481 miles

Rear Tyre Uneven Wear On Edges

Fail 25 Jun 2024 34,481 miles

Rear Tyre Uneven Wear On Edges

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 33,727 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 32,951 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 30,964 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 30,964 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 30,935 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 30,935 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 30,919 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 30,912 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 27,011 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 22,974 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 22,973 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 22,969 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 22,965 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 22,954 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 22,902 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 22,860 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 22,669 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 22,600 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 21,673 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2006 13,342 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

rear light and number plate holder is slightly loose

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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SH03 ENC is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SH03 ENC, 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 SH03 ENC registered?

SH03 ENC is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 17 May 2003.

Is SH03 ENC safe to buy?

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