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OW03 HTD

2003 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

70,382 mi
Last recorded70,382 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW Z351,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW03 HTD
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 70,382 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 70,254 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 70,111 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 69,528 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 68,996 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 68,579 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 67,995 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 67,406 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2017 66,993 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 May 2016 66,384 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 66,042 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 65,599 miles

bonnet safety catch sticking lubricated recommend rechecking

Pass 11 Apr 2013 63,548 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 58,013 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 58,013 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 49,661 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

fuel cap seal perrished

nearside rear tyre out of shape

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge to 0mm (cords about to wear through )

offside rear tyre out of shape

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Apr 2010 41,085 miles

fuel cap seal perrished

wiper blades worn

Pass 17 Apr 2009 34,774 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 30,721 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 25,591 miles

N/S/R TYRE WORN ON INSIDE EDGE.

Pass 3 Apr 2006 21,317 miles

o/s/f tyre bald on edges

How Reliable is the BMW Z3?

Based on 498,063 MOT tests across 26,000 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
2,128
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
26,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,600
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 10,064
position lamp(s) not working 9,305
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 7,992
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OW03 HTD is a 2003 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 51,564 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z3 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 17,103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OW03 HTD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this BMW Z3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OW03 HTD registered?

OW03 HTD is a 2003 BMW Z3, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is OW03 HTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW03 HTD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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