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SY03 XOD

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,331 mi
Last recorded16,331 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 XOD
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 16,331 miles

Drive belt slightly tight belt slighly missaligned (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 16,191 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 16,185 miles

Central Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Front engine revs up on lock

Pass 22 Jun 2022 14,879 miles

Drive belt pulley worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Pillion footrests seized close, can still be used

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 14,879 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy Wheel raised, nothcy when turning (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive belt pulley worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Pillion footrests seized close, can still be used

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 13,236 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 11,447 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 11,381 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 11,175 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 10,656 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 10,187 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 9,323 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 8,647 miles

rear tyre wear

Pass 23 Apr 2013 8,048 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 6,782 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 6,226 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 5,624 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 3,992 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 2,191 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 1,915 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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SY03 XOD is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black 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 SY03 XOD, 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 SY03 XOD registered?

SY03 XOD is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 16 May 2003.

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