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LE03 OLB

2003 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,012 mi
Last recorded38,012 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW Z351,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE03 OLB
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2012 38,012 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Fail 13 Dec 2012 38,012 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 35,775 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 34,798 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 20 Dec 2010 34,798 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 34,349 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 32,322 miles

both offside tyres low on edges

Pass 18 Dec 2007 29,763 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 25,430 miles

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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LE03 OLB is a 2003 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LE03 OLB, 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.

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What year was LE03 OLB registered?

LE03 OLB is a 2003 BMW Z3, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is LE03 OLB safe to buy?

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