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03-D-53240

2003 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,033 mi
Last recorded166,033 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration03-D-53240
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2018 166,033 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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03-D-53240 is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 87,452 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 03-D-53240, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 03-D-53240 registered?

03-D-53240 is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is 03-D-53240 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 03-D-53240 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 03-D-53240 have outstanding finance?

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