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FIW 3123

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,975 mi
Last recorded141,975 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIW 3123
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 141,975 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 140,824 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 140,815 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 139,960 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 135,087 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2019 135,709 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 130,988 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front c.v boot leaking grease not excessive

Nearside Front spring not seated correctly

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 122,586 miles

Nearside Rear Arch to floor repair/silicone sealant

Fail 5 Aug 2017 122,504 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported Brake pipe to brake pipe flexi insecure/loose (3.6.B.1)

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure Both inner anti roll bar brackets missing/broken away (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported Brake pipe to brake pipe flexi insecure/loose (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported Brake pipe to brake pipe flexi insecure/loose (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported Brake pipe to brake pipe flexi insecure/loose (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Arch to floor repair/silicone sealant

Pass 30 Jul 2016 114,150 miles

Offside Front brake back plate loose and rattles

Fail 30 Jul 2016 114,150 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front brake back plate loose and rattles

Pass 8 Aug 2015 104,089 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2014 91,680 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 78,312 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 65,590 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 53,071 miles

nearside front tyre cracked

Pass 24 Aug 2010 43,200 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 43,134 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 41,228 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 36,563 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 30,192 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 22,247 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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FIW 3123 is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FIW 3123, 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 FIW 3123 registered?

FIW 3123 is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is FIW 3123 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIW 3123 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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