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P303 UEW

1997 BMW M3

Green Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,094 mi
Last recorded144,094 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 BMW M396,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP303 UEW
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2011 144,094 miles

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

evidence of left rear tyre fouling the rear muffler

Pass 24 Sep 2009 141,044 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

after market HID headlights with beam deflectors fitted, may still dazzle other road users advise uk headlamps would be better and safer

Fail 23 Sep 2009 141,024 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

after market HID headlights with beam deflectors fitted, may still dazzle other road users advise uk headlamps would be better and safer

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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P303 UEW is a 1997 BMW M3 in Green with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 96,985 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P303 UEW, 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 29 years old, this BMW M3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P303 UEW?

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What year was P303 UEW registered?

P303 UEW is a 1997 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P303 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P303 UEW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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