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LF53 FZN

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

120,472 mi
Last recorded120,472 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 FZN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 120,472 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 Feb 2023 120,472 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm has 1.4mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Apr 2019 110,494 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2019 110,461 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded all from centre back (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 104,585 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 95,292 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 83,672 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 83,373 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 71,147 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 68,227 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 65,683 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 61,992 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 55,561 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 16 Nov 2009 47,661 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 41,629 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 35,753 miles

ADVISE BOTH REAR TYRES LOW ON INNER EDGES+FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

Pass 22 Nov 2006 29,469 miles

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

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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LF53 FZN is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LF53 FZN, 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 LF53 FZN registered?

LF53 FZN is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 28 October 2003.

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The MOT history for LF53 FZN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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