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HP03 SMP

2003 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

7,820 mi
Last recorded7,820 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW Z351,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHP03 SMP
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 7,820 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 7,809 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 7,800 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 7,758 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 7,749 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 7,633 miles

nearside rear tyre slight sidewall damage

Fail 8 Jul 2019 7,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

nearside rear tyre slight sidewall damage

Pass 16 Jul 2018 7,516 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 7,516 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 7,373 miles

slight damage to nearside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 12 Jul 2016 7,125 miles

slight damage to nearside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 8 Jul 2015 6,852 miles

slight play in steering rack

Fail 7 Jul 2015 6,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front tyres slight sidewall damage

slight play in steering rack

Pass 6 May 2014 6,683 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 30 Apr 2013 6,208 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 23 Apr 2012 6,064 miles

indicator stalk damaged

Pass 11 Apr 2011 5,751 miles

indicator stalk damaged

Pass 15 Mar 2010 5,304 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 4,962 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 3,943 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 3,057 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 2,467 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z3?

Based on 498,063 MOT tests across 26,000 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
2,128
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
26,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,600
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 10,064
position lamp(s) not working 9,305
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 7,992
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HP03 SMP is a 2003 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 51,564 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z3 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 17,103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HP03 SMP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this BMW Z3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HP03 SMP registered?

HP03 SMP is a 2003 BMW Z3, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is HP03 SMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HP03 SMP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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