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PE03 LDJ

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

83,424 mi
Last recorded83,424 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE03 LDJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 83,424 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 83,641 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 77,311 miles

OSF Traction control sensor bracket broken

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 72,780 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 68,708 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 64,499 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 64,495 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 53,269 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 49,370 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 43,959 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 43,901 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 32,000 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 31,848 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 27,629 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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PE03 LDJ is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PE03 LDJ, 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 PE03 LDJ?

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What year was PE03 LDJ registered?

PE03 LDJ is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is PE03 LDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE03 LDJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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