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LX53 HWK

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,156 mi
Last recorded89,156 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 HWK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 89,156 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 86,168 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 83,656 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 80,776 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust silcener quite corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2014 78,740 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 78,740 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 74,997 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 74,997 miles

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

exhaust rear silencer flanges cracked

Pass 12 Mar 2012 69,995 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 64,936 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 54,414 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 39,645 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 36,058 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 30,278 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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LX53 HWK is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LX53 HWK, 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 LX53 HWK registered?

LX53 HWK is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is LX53 HWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 HWK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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