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RL03 PVZ

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

94,086 mi
Last recorded94,086 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL03 PVZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 94,086 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 89,589 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 86,599 miles

rear exhaust box clamps corroded

Fail 3 Mar 2017 86,599 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear exhaust box clamps corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2016 84,152 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn outside edge but not to cords

Offside Rear tyre worn outside edge but not to cords

Fail 25 Feb 2016 84,145 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre worn outside edge but not to cords

Offside Rear tyre worn outside edge but not to cords

Pass 25 Feb 2015 77,424 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 72,879 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)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 67,792 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 64,623 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 60,680 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 56,389 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 52,142 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 48,620 miles

damage tyre sidewalls.

damage wheel rims.

deterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.

Fail 19 May 2008 48,620 miles

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

damage tyre sidewalls.

damage wheel rims.

deterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.

Pass 25 May 2007 34,817 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 27,301 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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RL03 PVZ is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RL03 PVZ, 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 RL03 PVZ registered?

RL03 PVZ is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 26 July 2003.

Is RL03 PVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL03 PVZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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