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GC03 AOE

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

119,480 mi
Last recorded119,480 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC03 AOE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 119,480 miles

front brake disc lipped worn not weakened

nearside front inner rack end slight play

rear differential mounting bush slight movement

Pass 21 Oct 2022 114,898 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 111,231 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 108,596 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 106,078 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2018 103,376 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 99,994 miles

both front inner rack ends slight play

nearside and offside rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2016 93,989 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 87,128 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 80,988 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 75,072 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 63,105 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 57,871 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2011 57,836 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2010 53,574 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 49,140 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2009 49,125 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)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 42,706 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2006 35,431 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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GC03 AOE is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GC03 AOE, 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 GC03 AOE registered?

GC03 AOE is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is GC03 AOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC03 AOE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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