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2 TAR

2003 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,722 mi
Last recorded27,722 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 TAR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2026 27,722 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 26,944 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 26,348 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 25,834 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 25,286 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 24,912 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 24,393 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 24,036 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 22,646 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 21,301 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 18,508 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 16,999 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 16,811 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 16,600 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 16,060 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 15,498 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 14,550 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 12,106 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 9,868 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 8,111 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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2 TAR is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 2 TAR, 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 2 TAR?

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What year was 2 TAR registered?

2 TAR is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is 2 TAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2 TAR shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 2 TAR have outstanding finance?

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