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AP03 FNY

2003 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

162,915 mi
Last recorded162,915 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW 3 Series87,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 FNY
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2015 162,915 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2014 150,436 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2013 137,964 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2012 129,834 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 119,751 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 109,354 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 109,354 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 93,942 miles

1/ rear steel brake pipes becoming corroded 2/ rear brake pads becoming worn

Pass 24 Jun 2008 78,704 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 65,221 miles

slight damage to windscreen

Pass 20 Jun 2006 50,686 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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AP03 FNY is a 2003 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AP03 FNY, 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 AP03 FNY?

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What year was AP03 FNY registered?

AP03 FNY is a 2003 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is AP03 FNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 FNY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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