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FP03 MVN

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,871 mi
Last recorded94,871 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 MVN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2022 94,871 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 87,785 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 87,785 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 82,799 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 72,686 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 66,751 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 62,721 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 60,406 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 56,942 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 52,388 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 52,388 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 14 Aug 2014 51,683 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2014 51,683 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2013 48,810 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 48,394 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 46,853 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 44,818 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 41,704 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 39,843 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 37,080 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 33,505 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

nail in tyre

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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FP03 MVN is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver 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 FP03 MVN, 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 FP03 MVN?

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What year was FP03 MVN registered?

FP03 MVN is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is FP03 MVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 MVN 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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