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WG52 CWL

2003 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

45,242 mi
Last recorded45,242 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW F Series16,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG52 CWL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 45,242 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 43,679 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 43,679 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride drive chain clip missing (6.2.1h)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 42,052 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 41,273 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 40,082 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 35,766 miles

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

Offside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 35,740 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 35,740 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 19 May 2008 29,351 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 25,784 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 20,526 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 20,499 miles

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

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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WG52 CWL is a 2003 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 WG52 CWL, 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 WG52 CWL registered?

WG52 CWL is a 2003 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 February 2003.

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The MOT history for WG52 CWL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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