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HV03 AYC

2003 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

140,314 mi
Last recorded140,314 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV03 AYC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 140,314 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 140,116 miles

both front tyres warn close to ware limit

n/s/r tyre on ware limit

vehicle has been represented and both main centre brake pipes have been cleaned up and blacked unable to inspect pipes fully

Fail 10 Jun 2014 140,110 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

n/s/r tyre on ware limit

Pass 1 May 2013 137,395 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake warning light on

light leveling sensor broken

offside wiper judders

Pass 29 Oct 2011 132,915 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 132,915 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 125,758 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 103,412 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 76,169 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 55,389 miles

ns front tyre wearing on outer edge

os front tyre wearing on outer edge

slight cut on ns front tyre wall

slight cut on os front tyre wall

Pass 18 Oct 2006 35,389 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 29,313 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 29,309 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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HV03 AYC is a 2003 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 HV03 AYC, 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 HV03 AYC registered?

HV03 AYC is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is HV03 AYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV03 AYC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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