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LC03 AUU

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

72,385 mi
Last recorded72,385 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 AUU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 72,385 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 62,095 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 62,095 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 53,645 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 47,929 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 40,581 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 32,566 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 24,760 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 24,372 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 22,255 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 22,255 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 14,022 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 12,160 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 10,114 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 8,259 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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LC03 AUU is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black 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 LC03 AUU, 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 LC03 AUU?

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What year was LC03 AUU registered?

LC03 AUU is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is LC03 AUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 AUU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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