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202 PMH

2003 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,897 mi
Last recorded67,897 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration202 PMH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 67,897 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 67,684 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 66,345 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 66,241 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 66,151 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 64,987 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 64,212 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 64,115 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 62,627 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 59,903 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 56,093 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 51,723 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 47,850 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 44,300 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 41,947 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 39,969 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 35,112 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 28,215 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 20,501 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 13,384 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 10,317 miles

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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202 PMH is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests 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 202 PMH, 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

How do I check the history of 202 PMH?

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What year was 202 PMH registered?

202 PMH is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is 202 PMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 202 PMH shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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