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SP03 WDD

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,816 mi
Last recorded19,816 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 WDD
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 19,816 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 17,212 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 15,740 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 15,080 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 14,794 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Aug 2008 14,776 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 13,626 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 13,454 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 13,276 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 13,268 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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SP03 WDD is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SP03 WDD, 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 SP03 WDD registered?

SP03 WDD is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is SP03 WDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP03 WDD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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