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HN53 ZSZ

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

101,040 mi
Last recorded101,040 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN53 ZSZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 101,040 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 98,940 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 98,031 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 97,115 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 95,832 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 93,834 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 92,180 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 91,209 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 88,854 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 86,637 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 82,696 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 78,968 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 75,873 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 71,142 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 67,153 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 62,173 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 56,251 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 49,413 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 4 Oct 2007 41,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nsr seat belt not tested as child seat fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2007 41,850 miles

nsr seat belt not tested as child seat fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2006 33,498 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 33,498 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

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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HN53 ZSZ is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HN53 ZSZ, 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.

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What year was HN53 ZSZ registered?

HN53 ZSZ is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is HN53 ZSZ safe to buy?

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