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AO03 YBS

2003 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

70,138 mi
Last recorded70,138 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 YBS
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 70,138 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 68,705 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 66,739 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 66,641 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 66,360 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2021 66,360 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 63,032 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 63,032 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 58,970 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 54,460 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 51,603 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 50,299 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 47,781 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 46,278 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 44,249 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 41,148 miles

front suspension wishbones, rear bushes perishing. n/s and o/s

Pass 14 Sep 2010 38,142 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 35,387 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2009 35,381 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 30,713 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 24,617 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 17,755 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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AO03 YBS is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AO03 YBS, 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 AO03 YBS registered?

AO03 YBS is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is AO03 YBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 YBS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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