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LAM 2P

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

44,965 mi
Last recorded44,965 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAM 2P
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 44,965 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 44,935 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 44,640 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2015 44,487 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 40,723 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 9 Sep 2013 29,085 miles

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)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 22,615 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 18,420 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 17,003 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 15,967 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 10,257 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 8,309 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 6,263 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 6,258 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (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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LAM 2P is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 LAM 2P, 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

How do I check the history of LAM 2P?

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What year was LAM 2P registered?

LAM 2P is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 26 July 2003.

Is LAM 2P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAM 2P shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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