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HJ52 JZW

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

124,485 mi
Last recorded124,485 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 JZW
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 124,485 miles

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2017 124,474 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 124,427 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 116,493 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 109,804 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 104,002 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 94,313 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 83,597 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 73,327 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 73,327 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 61,775 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 50,525 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 45,609 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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HJ52 JZW is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HJ52 JZW, 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 HJ52 JZW registered?

HJ52 JZW is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 January 2003.

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The MOT history for HJ52 JZW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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