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AC03 HFU

2003 BMW 3 Series

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,985 mi
Last recorded111,985 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 HFU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 111,985 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 111,985 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 107,797 miles

advise various brakepipes coated in grease

Fail 21 Mar 2016 107,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

advise various brakepipes coated in grease

Pass 24 Mar 2015 103,142 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 97,183 miles

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)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 96,781 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 94,230 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 85,915 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2010 76,358 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 66,803 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 57,550 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front and Offside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 13 Feb 2007 46,135 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 46,135 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

The N/S/F roadwheel is slightly hard to turn.

The tyre tread depth of the O/S/R tyre is worn to 2mm.

Pass 21 Feb 2006 34,187 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 HFU is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HFU, 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.

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What year was AC03 HFU registered?

AC03 HFU is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AC03 HFU safe to buy?

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