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ET52 AWJ

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,133 mi
Last recorded150,133 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET52 AWJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 150,133 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 138,722 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2015 138,721 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 126,983 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 116,621 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 99,583 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 78,859 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 59,217 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 46,264 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 46,264 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 35,536 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 31,598 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 25,669 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 19,435 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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ET52 AWJ is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black 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 ET52 AWJ, 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 ET52 AWJ registered?

ET52 AWJ is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is ET52 AWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET52 AWJ 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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