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BN53 ZZU

2003 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

132,416 mi
Last recorded132,416 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 ZZU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 132,416 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 132,214 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 12 Oct 2021 130,010 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2021 130,010 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 126,718 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 126,718 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 124,172 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Jan 2018 122,985 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 121,501 miles

Nearside Rear tyre nail in tread

Pass 23 Dec 2015 119,766 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 114,448 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 107,079 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 106,716 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 92,810 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 83,978 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 76,840 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Fail 10 Aug 2010 76,840 miles

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

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 7 Oct 2009 72,906 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 72,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 59,668 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 47,431 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 32,596 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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BN53 ZZU is a 2003 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN53 ZZU, 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

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What year was BN53 ZZU registered?

BN53 ZZU is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for BN53 ZZU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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