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VK03 EWS

2003 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,710 mi
Last recorded28,710 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 EWS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 28,710 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2025 28,044 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 28,028 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 27,906 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 27,457 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 26,675 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2020 26,675 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 26,253 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 24,974 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 23,933 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 22,310 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 20,520 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 May 2014 18,898 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 15,848 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 14,182 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 11,804 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 11,750 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2010 10,011 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2009 8,032 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2008 6,535 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 5,196 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 3,266 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (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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VK03 EWS is a 2003 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VK03 EWS, 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 VK03 EWS registered?

VK03 EWS is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 26 April 2003.

Is VK03 EWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK03 EWS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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