CarVerify

Free Car Check

HJ52 VXN

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,092 mi
Last recorded62,092 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 VXN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 62,092 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 61,728 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 61,606 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Rear exhaust hanger broken!

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

under vehicle strut bar inadequately repaired

Pass 18 Jun 2016 61,300 miles

EML on

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

Rear fog light does not illuminate straight away

rear exhaust clamp broken

under vehicle strut bar inadequately repaired

Fail 16 Jun 2016 61,296 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

EML on

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

Rear fog light does not illuminate straight away

engine misfire

rear exhaust clamp broken

under vehicle strut bar inadequately repaired

Pass 25 Jun 2015 60,927 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 60,926 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 59,776 miles

m l light on

Fail 11 Jun 2014 59,776 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

m l light on

Pass 8 Jun 2013 57,042 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 57,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

near side front tyre as damage to side wall

Pass 19 Jun 2012 53,010 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 69,497 miles

n/s front clicking noise when turned

Pass 25 Nov 2010 62,820 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
Full BMW M3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HJ52 VXN is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HJ52 VXN, 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 HJ52 VXN?

You can check the full history of HJ52 VXN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HJ52 VXN registered?

HJ52 VXN is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is HJ52 VXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ52 VXN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJ52 VXN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HJ52 VXN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.