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GP52 ERU

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,885 mi
Last recorded136,885 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP52 ERU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 136,885 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2017 136,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 128,231 miles

nearside rear brake pads getting low ,brake discs wearing

Fail 11 Mar 2015 119,837 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 119,837 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 95,621 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 88,573 miles

Front tyres perishing and worn thin on edges

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 16 Jan 2012 80,830 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 66,640 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 57,963 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 49,224 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 37,452 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 20,728 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 20,728 miles

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

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

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 20 Jan 2006 11,258 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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GP52 ERU is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GP52 ERU, 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 GP52 ERU registered?

GP52 ERU is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is GP52 ERU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP52 ERU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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