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LY52 HDC

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,087 mi
Last recorded37,087 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY52 HDC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 31 Dec 2013 37,087 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 33,719 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2007 26,212 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LY52 HDC is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LY52 HDC, 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 LY52 HDC registered?

LY52 HDC is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 12 January 2003.

Is LY52 HDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY52 HDC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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