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LR03 LXE

2003 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,385 mi
Last recorded33,385 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW Z351,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 LXE
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2016 33,385 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 31,210 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2014 30,317 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 28,523 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 27,315 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 25,960 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 24,086 miles

Front and rear discs in poor condition.

Pass 19 Feb 2010 21,234 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 18,069 miles

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Excessive wear to edges of front tyres

Excessive wear to inner edge of both rear tyres.

N S F brake binding slightly.

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)

Tyres starting to crack between tread.

Pass 22 Sep 2007 16,920 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 15,052 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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LR03 LXE is a 2003 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LR03 LXE, 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 LR03 LXE?

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What year was LR03 LXE registered?

LR03 LXE is a 2003 BMW Z3, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is LR03 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 LXE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR03 LXE have outstanding finance?

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