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39 GUU

2003 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

92,337 mi
Last recorded92,337 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration39 GUU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 92,337 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 92,220 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 92,190 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 92,130 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 92,106 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 90,598 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 89,677 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 86,324 miles

fuel cap seal perishing

Fail 25 Jul 2017 86,324 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 22 Jul 2016 81,746 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 77,258 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Jul 2015 77,258 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 72,556 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 66,298 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 61,585 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 56,580 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 51,909 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 46,317 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 39,002 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Jul 2007 32,099 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 24,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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39 GUU is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 39 GUU, 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 39 GUU?

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What year was 39 GUU registered?

39 GUU is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is 39 GUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 39 GUU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 39 GUU have outstanding finance?

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