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GU03 VUH

2003 BMW M3

Purple Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

103,132 mi
Last recorded103,132 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 VUH
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 103,132 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 101,582 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 101,582 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 97,229 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 89,510 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 19 Jul 2013 89,510 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 80,476 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 71,775 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)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 65,604 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 61,480 miles

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 Jul 2008 51,882 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 41,026 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 27,256 miles

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

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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GU03 VUH is a 2003 BMW M3 in Purple 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 GU03 VUH, 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 GU03 VUH registered?

GU03 VUH is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is GU03 VUH safe to buy?

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