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AJ53 NFC

2003 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

43,143 mi
Last recorded43,143 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 NFC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 43,143 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 42,160 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 41,150 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 40,435 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 39,193 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 39,026 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 38,171 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 37,157 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 35,980 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 35,600 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 34,248 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2015 34,248 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 32,530 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 31,909 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 30,452 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 28,535 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 25,604 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 23,434 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 19,720 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 4 Dec 2006 14,338 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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AJ53 NFC is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AJ53 NFC, 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 AJ53 NFC registered?

AJ53 NFC is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is AJ53 NFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ53 NFC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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