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AC03 HSN

2003 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

65,484 mi
Last recorded65,484 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 HSN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 65,484 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 64,399 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 63,002 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 61,364 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 60,939 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 57,921 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 53,383 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jun 2020 53,379 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 44,353 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 43,947 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 43,393 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 39,481 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 37,556 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 35,244 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 32,213 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 21,505 miles

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 22 Sep 2009 10,658 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 5,060 miles

front number plate damaged.

Fail 30 Sep 2008 5,060 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front number plate damaged.

Pass 27 Sep 2007 4,586 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 3,388 miles

cut in neaarside rear tyre

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 HSN is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc 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 AC03 HSN, 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 HSN?

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What year was AC03 HSN registered?

AC03 HSN is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is AC03 HSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 HSN 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.

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