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AK03 DJV

2003 BMW 3 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

112,960 mi
Last recorded112,960 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 DJV
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 112,960 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 112,575 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 112,338 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

parking brake just met the limits 16%

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2020 110,238 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2020 110,238 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 106,146 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 106,146 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 102,095 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 98,048 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Fail 19 Apr 2017 98,048 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 93,702 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Fail 13 Apr 2016 93,702 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement BOTH (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Pass 24 Apr 2015 89,688 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 85,996 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 85,996 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 78,485 miles

nearside rear tyre worn low

Pass 15 Jul 2011 74,853 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 74,844 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 70,871 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 67,630 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 62,660 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 62,660 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2007 59,010 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 4 May 2006 54,256 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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AK03 DJV is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK03 DJV, 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.

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What year was AK03 DJV registered?

AK03 DJV is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is AK03 DJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 DJV shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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