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KU03 MVZ

2003 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

19,565 mi
Last recorded19,565 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW Z351,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 MVZ
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 19,565 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 19,460 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 19,065 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 18,722 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 18,214 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 18,090 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 17,634 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 17,172 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 16,920 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 16,717 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 16,435 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 16,259 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 15,959 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 15,540 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 15,015 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 14,492 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 13,803 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 13,003 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 12,199 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 11,331 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 11,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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KU03 MVZ is a 2003 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KU03 MVZ, 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

How do I check the history of KU03 MVZ?

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What year was KU03 MVZ registered?

KU03 MVZ is a 2003 BMW Z3, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is KU03 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 MVZ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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