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VK53 EHE

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

21,345 mi
Last recorded21,345 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 EHE
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 21,345 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2022 21,317 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 19,198 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 11,101 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 10,953 miles

Headstock bearings slightly notchy.

Pass 29 Aug 2017 8,838 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 8,611 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 7,874 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 5,907 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 5,245 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 4,869 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 4,331 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 3,857 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 3,336 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 2,882 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 2,171 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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VK53 EHE is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 VK53 EHE, 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 VK53 EHE registered?

VK53 EHE is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 6 October 2003.

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