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KP53 BHY

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

151,587 mi
Last recorded151,587 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 BHY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 151,587 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 143,016 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 134,654 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 126,309 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 116,743 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 111,173 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 103,601 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2011 103,576 miles

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 94,029 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 94,029 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 84,640 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 73,475 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 69,678 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 62,005 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 53,872 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)

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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KP53 BHY is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KP53 BHY, 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 KP53 BHY registered?

KP53 BHY is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is KP53 BHY safe to buy?

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