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OW53 RNZ

2003 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,496 mi
Last recorded80,496 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW53 RNZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2014 80,496 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 74,230 miles

condensation in nearside side repeater

condesation in offside side repeater

fuel cap seal deteriorating

nearside front tyre slighty damaged on outer edge

slight play in steering column

Pass 4 Apr 2012 67,773 miles

Exhaust Clamp on Rear Box Cracked & Split.

Pass 20 Apr 2011 60,601 miles

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)

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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OW53 RNZ is a 2003 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 OW53 RNZ, 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

How do I check the history of OW53 RNZ?

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What year was OW53 RNZ registered?

OW53 RNZ is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is OW53 RNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW53 RNZ shows 4 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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