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VF03 GXR

2003 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

49,386 mi
Last recorded49,386 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF03 GXR
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 25 Mar 2026 49,386 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Drive belt pulley so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

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

Pass 30 May 2025 49,224 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2024 48,952 miles

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim ( o/s) (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 43,183 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2022 36,597 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2022 36,590 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 31,005 miles

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

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

Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened fork stantions (5.3.3 (b) (i))

strong smell of antifreeze when running

Pass 13 Mar 2020 26,867 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 25,144 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 25,072 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 24,470 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 24,337 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 24,337 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2012 24,218 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 24,218 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 23,754 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 22,449 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 22,447 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

number plate light not working

Pass 7 Aug 2006 12,417 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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VF03 GXR is a 2003 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VF03 GXR, 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 VF03 GXR registered?

VF03 GXR is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 6 August 2003.

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