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EN53 FWP

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,967 mi
Last recorded131,967 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 FWP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2015 131,967 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 123,357 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 27 May 2014 123,347 miles

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 113,257 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

off side front tyre slightly damaged

Pass 14 Jun 2012 107,853 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 101,488 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 93,566 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 87,392 miles

Both nearside tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 16 Jan 2009 87,392 miles

Both nearside tyres wearing on outer edges

Offside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 81,225 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 78,303 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 74,574 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 74,291 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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EN53 FWP is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EN53 FWP, 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 EN53 FWP registered?

EN53 FWP is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is EN53 FWP safe to buy?

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