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SH53 CZG

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,757 mi
Last recorded60,757 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2010
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 CZG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2010 60,757 miles

Front and rear discs are slighty rusted

Fail 19 Jul 2010 60,755 miles

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

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

Front and rear discs are slighty rusted

Pass 1 Sep 2009 59,686 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 55,416 miles

child seat fitted to offside rear at time of test

front and rear brake discs are slightly corroded

rear differential is damp

trays fitted under vehicle restricting view of testable items

Pass 27 Jun 2007 52,962 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 49,101 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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SH53 CZG is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SH53 CZG, 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 SH53 CZG?

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What year was SH53 CZG registered?

SH53 CZG is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SH53 CZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH53 CZG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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