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PL03 ACV

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

106,089 mi
Last recorded106,089 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 ACV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 106,089 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 94,788 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 90,094 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 85,697 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on outer edge

Pass 5 Mar 2013 85,410 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 84,715 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 84,715 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 83,194 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 79,951 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 61,325 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 50,616 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 48,715 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 28,879 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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PL03 ACV is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PL03 ACV, 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

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What year was PL03 ACV registered?

PL03 ACV is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is PL03 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 ACV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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