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YJ03 FDH

2003 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

41,610 mi
Last recorded41,610 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW K Series25,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 FDH
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2025 41,610 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 41,333 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 41,133 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 41,118 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 40,944 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 40,713 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2019 40,194 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 39,600 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 39,600 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2017 39,032 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 38,489 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 37,419 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 36,055 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 36,055 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 28,046 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 20,080 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 17,291 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 12,879 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 12,619 miles

Number plate light not working

Pass 15 Aug 2008 12,068 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 12,066 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 9,612 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 7,612 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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YJ03 FDH is a 2003 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 25,707 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ03 FDH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJ03 FDH registered?

YJ03 FDH is a 2003 BMW K Series, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is YJ03 FDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ03 FDH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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