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PE53 AYA

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,892 mi
Last recorded61,892 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 AYA
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 61,892 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 61,877 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 61,825 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 61,748 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 61,284 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 61,063 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 61,063 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 59,154 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes above fuel tank

sill covers fitted

Fail 26 Nov 2013 59,154 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes above fuel tank

sill covers fitted

Pass 31 May 2012 52,790 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes above fuel tank

front tyres worn on outside edges

sill covers fitted

Pass 16 May 2011 45,997 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 18 May 2010 41,671 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 39,157 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 29,059 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 15,046 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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PE53 AYA is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PE53 AYA, 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 PE53 AYA registered?

PE53 AYA is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is PE53 AYA safe to buy?

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