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NU53 PEO

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

131,294 mi
Last recorded131,294 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU53 PEO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 131,294 miles

front and rear reg plates

Fail 24 Feb 2017 131,294 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front and rear reg plates

Pass 8 Jan 2016 128,579 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 122,224 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 120,894 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 117,838 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 114,723 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 109,969 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 93,840 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 90,120 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 90,120 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 75,853 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 51,275 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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NU53 PEO is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 NU53 PEO, 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 NU53 PEO registered?

NU53 PEO is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is NU53 PEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU53 PEO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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