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J13 TWD

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

113,827 mi
Last recorded113,827 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ13 TWD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 113,827 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 112,532 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 111,530 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 103,457 miles

deceleromiter brake test front bumper too low to run on brake rollers

Pass 8 Nov 2014 101,625 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 93,334 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 85,306 miles

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

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

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 7 Oct 2011 77,957 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear brake discs corroded

tread distorted @ front

Fail 7 Oct 2011 77,957 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

rear brake discs corroded

tread distorted @ front

Pass 8 Oct 2010 70,891 miles

REAR BRAKE DISCS ARE PITTED

Fail 7 Oct 2010 70,891 miles

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

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

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

REAR BRAKE DISCS ARE PITTED

Pass 5 Oct 2009 60,613 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 60,613 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 43,114 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 33,567 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 31,201 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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J13 TWD is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 J13 TWD, 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 J13 TWD registered?

J13 TWD is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is J13 TWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J13 TWD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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