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SK52 ZSW

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,116 mi
Last recorded114,116 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 ZSW
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2019 114,116 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 108,550 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 95,583 miles

Offside Front Tyre has cut on side walls but not showing cords

Pass 30 Apr 2016 91,742 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 89,858 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 89,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2014 87,543 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 87,513 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 86,226 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 71,112 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 71,112 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 64,356 miles

Rear 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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SK52 ZSW is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SK52 ZSW, 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 SK52 ZSW registered?

SK52 ZSW is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 4 February 2003.

Is SK52 ZSW safe to buy?

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