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SY03 XOT

2003 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

14,731 mi
Last recorded14,731 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 XOT
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 14,731 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 13,481 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 13,229 miles

Centre Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded lower down tube corroded engine covers all corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Lower drive chain rusted lack of lube

Fail 1 Oct 2015 13,212 miles

Nearside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock throttle control fouling when bars are turned from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Offside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake brake caliper sticking on front wheel binding (3.3.A1a)

Centre Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded lower down tube corroded engine covers all corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Lower drive chain rusted lack of lube

Fail 26 Sep 2014 13,031 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Sep 2014 13,031 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 12,601 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 12,485 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 12,474 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 17 May 2011 10,734 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 10,734 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2010 8,345 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Slight drag on front brake caliper.

Fail 4 May 2010 8,345 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Slight drag on front brake caliper.

Pass 1 May 2009 4,697 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 May 2008 3,760 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 May 2007 3,557 miles

rear pad linings starting to separate

Pass 12 May 2006 3,102 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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 XOT is a 2003 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SY03 XOT, 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 XOT registered?

SY03 XOT is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 11 May 2003.

Is SY03 XOT safe to buy?

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