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SN03 PEX

2003 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,372 mi
Last recorded96,372 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 PEX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 96,372 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 95,587 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 91,233 miles

Headlight aims levelling sensor rod broken

Fail 22 Sep 2015 91,230 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both front (1.8)

Headlight aims levelling sensor rod broken

Pass 27 Aug 2014 84,887 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 76,565 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 76,563 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 69,798 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres worn on edges (225/40zr19)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 47,082 miles

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

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 27 Mar 2010 39,333 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 31,302 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 25,209 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 4 Nov 2006 18,149 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 13,802 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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SN03 PEX is a 2003 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SN03 PEX, 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.

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What year was SN03 PEX registered?

SN03 PEX is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 18 August 2003.

Is SN03 PEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN03 PEX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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