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G12 GGY

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

57,426 mi
Last recorded57,426 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG12 GGY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 57,426 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 57,357 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 57,357 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 57,114 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 56,837 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Dec 2013 56,785 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 56,761 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

ADVISE, BOTH rear brake disc surfaces corroding.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2012 56,475 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 56,002 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

srs light on

Pass 21 Nov 2009 55,862 miles

parking brake lever travel could be improved

rear brake discs corroded

slight play in steering

wipers poor

Pass 15 Jun 2008 55,076 miles
Pass 27 May 2007 53,343 miles
Pass 7 May 2006 49,512 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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G12 GGY is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 G12 GGY, 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 G12 GGY registered?

G12 GGY is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is G12 GGY safe to buy?

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