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FX52 WEC

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

128,188 mi
Last recorded128,188 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX52 WEC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 128,188 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front tyre inner sidewall distorted

Fail 2 Jun 2018 128,188 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front tyre inner sidewall distorted

Fail 14 May 2018 128,188 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear main to hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front tyre soft

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

Offside Front tyre inner sidewall slightly deteriorated

Fail 12 Sep 2017 128,059 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users Bumper insecure. (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to OFFSIDE rear brake hose . (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to near side rear brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake performance not tested May cause damage to vehicle / testing equipment (front bumper insecure ). (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front Head lamp levelling sensor broken.( offside lower suspension arm)

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Head lamp levelling sensor broken ( lower rear suspension arm)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 119,014 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 111,388 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 5 Jun 2014 96,680 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 81,761 miles

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

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

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

offside rear indicator slightly discoloured

Pass 30 May 2012 69,965 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 69,965 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 63,213 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 52,263 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 40,798 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 40,747 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 34,090 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 34,088 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2006 20,137 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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FX52 WEC is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 FX52 WEC, 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.

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FX52 WEC is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 January 2003.

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