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PL03 BZS

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

212,053 mi
Last recorded212,053 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 212,053 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 205,691 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 199,256 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 192,566 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 184,569 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 174,763 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 165,401 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES LOW ON TREAD

FUEL CAP SEAL SLIGHTLY PERISHED

Fail 14 Oct 2011 165,401 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES LOW ON TREAD

FUEL CAP SEAL SLIGHTLY PERISHED

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 148,226 miles

o/s front tyre worn on edges

Pass 30 Sep 2009 132,040 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 110,521 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 91,509 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 65,571 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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PL03 BZS 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 BZS, 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 BZS registered?

PL03 BZS is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is PL03 BZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 BZS 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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