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BX53 NZE

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

81,246 mi
Last recorded81,246 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 NZE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 81,246 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 81,226 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 81,173 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 80,909 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 80,569 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 80,294 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 79,884 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 78,969 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 78,053 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 78,053 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 77,973 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 70,050 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 67,886 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 67,886 miles

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 65,475 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 57,364 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 50,661 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 44,210 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 36,897 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 30,115 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 30,111 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 26,289 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 19,683 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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BX53 NZE is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BX53 NZE, 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 BX53 NZE?

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What year was BX53 NZE registered?

BX53 NZE is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is BX53 NZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX53 NZE shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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