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LM52 YHY

2003 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,958 mi
Last recorded11,958 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW Z351,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 YHY
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 11,958 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 11,686 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 11,655 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 11,493 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 11,281 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 11,110 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 10,965 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 10,949 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed All four (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 20 Aug 2011 8,618 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 8,618 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 7,162 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 6,758 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 5,929 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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LM52 YHY is a 2003 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LM52 YHY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LM52 YHY?

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What year was LM52 YHY registered?

LM52 YHY is a 2003 BMW Z3, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is LM52 YHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 YHY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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