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AM52 CWL

2003 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,927 mi
Last recorded26,927 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2006
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 CWL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2006 26,927 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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AM52 CWL is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AM52 CWL, 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

How do I check the history of AM52 CWL?

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What year was AM52 CWL registered?

AM52 CWL is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AM52 CWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM52 CWL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AM52 CWL have outstanding finance?

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