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EG52 FZH

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,590 mi
Last recorded142,590 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG52 FZH
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 142,590 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2026 142,554 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 142,499 miles
Pass 25 May 2025 141,741 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 138,925 miles

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2022 136,232 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 124,932 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 122,444 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 119,357 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 114,423 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 114,315 miles

brake pipes slightly corroded

nsr hub bush slight play

Pass 5 Dec 2014 113,057 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 103,166 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2012 92,831 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 92,831 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 77,173 miles

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

in side mirror has some damage but still ok

Pass 21 Dec 2010 61,763 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Dec 2009 48,118 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2008 40,842 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 13,699 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 8,100 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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EG52 FZH is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 EG52 FZH, 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 EG52 FZH registered?

EG52 FZH is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is EG52 FZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG52 FZH shows 21 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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