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A10 OJF

2003 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,358 mi
Last recorded58,358 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 OJF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2014 58,358 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 56,255 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 52,271 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 41,377 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 25,023 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

air bag light staying on

brake warning light staying on

Pass 31 Oct 2006 10,568 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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A10 OJF is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 A10 OJF, 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 A10 OJF registered?

A10 OJF is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is A10 OJF safe to buy?

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