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AF03 UKR

2003 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

165,201 mi
Last recorded165,201 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 UKR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 165,201 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2015 165,201 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 160,263 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 147,307 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 136,818 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 124,292 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 112,278 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 90,367 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 52,947 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 20,105 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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AF03 UKR is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AF03 UKR, 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 AF03 UKR registered?

AF03 UKR is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is AF03 UKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 UKR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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