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A18 HJB

2003 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

48,261 mi
Last recorded48,261 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 HJB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 48,261 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 48,257 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 47,803 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 47,259 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 46,822 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 46,324 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 46,323 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 45,984 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 45,824 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 45,341 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 45,066 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 44,641 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel siderod (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 44,022 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 43,184 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 42,198 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 41,043 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 40,038 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 38,835 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 37,493 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 35,935 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 34,634 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 32,655 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 31,176 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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A18 HJB is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 A18 HJB, 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 A18 HJB registered?

A18 HJB is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is A18 HJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 HJB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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