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OW03 USJ

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

89,811 mi
Last recorded89,811 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW03 USJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 89,811 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 87,054 miles

both front brake flexi hoses slightly chafed

front to rear brake pipe corroded (MARKED)

minor brake bind nearside front

nearside rear brake pipe corroded (MARKED)

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2017 85,953 miles

EML Light On

Pass 19 Jul 2016 84,924 miles

All four tyres are wearing on outer edge

Fail 12 Jul 2016 84,913 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop Link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

All four tyres are wearing on outer edge

EML Light On

Pass 21 Jul 2015 84,223 miles

eml on

handbrake lever has alot of travel

nearside front drop link ball joint gaitors deteriorating

offside front drop link ball joint gaitors deteriorating

Pass 2 Jul 2014 82,103 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 77,214 miles

advise engine managament light on

Pass 9 Jul 2012 69,410 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 66,722 miles

both rear tyres worn ,tread low, worn on inner edges.

Pass 22 Jun 2010 63,133 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 61,167 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 58,501 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 42,134 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 28,996 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 17,091 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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OW03 USJ is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OW03 USJ, 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.

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What year was OW03 USJ registered?

OW03 USJ is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is OW03 USJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW03 USJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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