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AC03 CYP

2003 BMW 3 Series

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

111,117 mi
Last recorded111,117 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 CYP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2013 111,117 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 111,107 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2012 107,581 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 101,192 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 94,927 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 86,182 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 76,090 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 71,503 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine top cover fitted.

full engine tray fitted.

Pass 15 Oct 2007 71,503 miles

engine top cover fitted.

full engine tray fitted.

Pass 26 Oct 2006 66,432 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 54,881 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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AC03 CYP is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AC03 CYP, 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 AC03 CYP?

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What year was AC03 CYP registered?

AC03 CYP is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is AC03 CYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 CYP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AC03 CYP have outstanding finance?

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