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AL03 BMW

2003 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,616 mi
Last recorded28,616 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW Z351,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL03 BMW
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 28,616 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 27,060 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 27,019 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 26,933 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 25,906 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 25,135 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 24,328 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 23,861 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 22,919 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 21,358 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 19,789 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 18,086 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 14,475 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 11,948 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 10,519 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 9,359 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 7,653 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z3?

Based on 498,063 MOT tests across 26,000 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
2,128
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
26,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,600
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 10,064
position lamp(s) not working 9,305
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 7,992
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AL03 BMW is a 2003 BMW Z3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 51,564 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z3 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 17,103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AL03 BMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this BMW Z3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AL03 BMW registered?

AL03 BMW is a 2003 BMW Z3, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is AL03 BMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL03 BMW shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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