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BN03 VHE

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,953 mi
Last recorded81,953 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 VHE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 81,953 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 72,026 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 57,172 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 56,168 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 53,529 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 51,237 miles

slight play in offside rack end

tyre warning light on

Fail 15 Mar 2012 51,235 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

slight play in offside rack end

tyre warning light on

Pass 7 Mar 2011 48,755 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 45,420 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 41,178 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 41,178 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 37,468 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 32,234 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 26,293 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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BN03 VHE is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 71,708 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN03 VHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN03 VHE?

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What year was BN03 VHE registered?

BN03 VHE is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BN03 VHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 VHE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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