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LR53 NXH

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

147,335 mi
Last recorded147,335 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 NXH
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2017 147,335 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 145,264 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 139,045 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2012 125,257 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2011 98,319 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

front brake discs worn

offside front tyre side wall damaged

Pass 14 Jul 2010 79,814 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jul 2010 79,604 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 72,768 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 63,402 miles

o/s steering tie rod end has slight play

Pass 22 Sep 2007 51,547 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 36,741 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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LR53 NXH is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LR53 NXH, 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 LR53 NXH registered?

LR53 NXH is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LR53 NXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 NXH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR53 NXH have outstanding finance?

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