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AJ53 EFG

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,794 mi
Last recorded101,794 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 EFG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2013 101,794 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 94,121 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 1 Nov 2011 86,973 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 86,879 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 78,754 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2009 72,273 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2008 65,088 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 56,079 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 49,548 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 49,548 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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AJ53 EFG is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 71,708 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ53 EFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ53 EFG registered?

AJ53 EFG is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 25 October 2003.

Is AJ53 EFG safe to buy?

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