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LA03 EBX

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

148,417 mi
Last recorded148,417 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 EBX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2018 148,417 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 148,417 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect character incorrect spaced (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect character incorrect spaced (0.1 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 142,748 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 142,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 130,500 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 124,285 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 121,335 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 109,929 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 109,927 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE VERY LOW OUTER EDGE

tyre pressure light on

Pass 1 Aug 2012 95,182 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 95,182 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 75,599 miles

FRONT TYRES VERY LOW 0N EDGES

Fail 26 Jul 2011 75,599 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

FRONT TYRES VERY LOW 0N EDGES

Pass 20 Jul 2010 55,551 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Jul 2009 36,971 miles

Nearside Rear 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 30 Jul 2008 23,326 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 11,754 miles

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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LA03 EBX is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LA03 EBX, 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 LA03 EBX registered?

LA03 EBX is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 29 August 2003.

Is LA03 EBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA03 EBX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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