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LR03 LYF

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,601 mi
Last recorded112,601 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 LYF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2020 112,601 miles

Front Direction indicator not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Side repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 7 Jan 2017 104,796 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 98,246 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 87,220 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 87,220 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 86,620 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 79,578 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 74,812 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 74,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 67,748 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 59,151 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 51,176 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2007 47,481 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2006 40,720 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 29,394 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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LR03 LYF is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LR03 LYF, 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 LR03 LYF registered?

LR03 LYF is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is LR03 LYF safe to buy?

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