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AF03 XJC

2003 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,739 mi
Last recorded130,739 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 XJC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2015 130,739 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 113,334 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 104,578 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 98,214 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 94,184 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 90,338 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Jan 2011 90,338 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 81,683 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

traction control lights is on

Fail 30 Dec 2009 81,590 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 72,963 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008
Pass 9 Jan 2007 44,874 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 XJC is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XJC, 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 XJC registered?

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

Is AF03 XJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 XJC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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