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AC03 LOA

2003 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,304 mi
Last recorded131,304 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 LOA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2023 131,304 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2023 131,117 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 123,429 miles

all floor panels sub frames and there mounting, steering suspension and brake components are starting to corrode and deteriorate surface rust

both front light unit lens are starting to mist up and deteriorate

brake pad warning light on

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

Fail 1 Nov 2022 123,423 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached and gater is split (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

all floor panels sub frames and there mounting, steering suspension and brake components are starting to corrode and deteriorate surface rust

both front light unit lens are starting to mist up and deteriorate

brake pad warning light on

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

surface rust on exhaust system

Pass 17 Nov 2021 133,868 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 121,056 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 119,447 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 116,201 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 110,364 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 107,304 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 107,304 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 105,169 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 102,443 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 100,251 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 97,672 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 97,672 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 95,843 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 95,843 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 91,952 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 86,319 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 78,351 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 60,332 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 37,031 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 29,345 miles

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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AC03 LOA is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LOA, 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 AC03 LOA registered?

AC03 LOA is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 21 June 2003.

Is AC03 LOA safe to buy?

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