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GX53 WTP

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

68,469 mi
Last recorded68,469 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 WTP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2020 68,469 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2020 68,469 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 62,355 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Mar 2018 56,032 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 56,032 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2017 55,878 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 55,744 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 52,200 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 51,682 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 51,544 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 51,241 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 49,504 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 49,504 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 47,999 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 47,978 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 47,887 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 47,887 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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GX53 WTP is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 GX53 WTP, 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

How do I check the history of GX53 WTP?

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What year was GX53 WTP registered?

GX53 WTP is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is GX53 WTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX53 WTP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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