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VK03 XTN

2003 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

39,044 mi
Last recorded39,044 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 XTN
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 39,044 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 38,829 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2025 38,829 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2024 38,571 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 38,131 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 37,427 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2022 37,427 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2021 35,743 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 35,743 miles

Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Mar 2020 35,628 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 35,617 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 35,475 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 35,310 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 34,982 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 34,968 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2015 33,237 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 32,786 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 32,159 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 31,751 miles

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Centre Lower Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 31,335 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 31,335 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 28,170 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 23,769 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2008 18,731 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 13,006 miles

Centre Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Centre Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Apr 2006 6,123 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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VK03 XTN is a 2003 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 VK03 XTN, 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 XTN registered?

VK03 XTN is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 12 April 2003.

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