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SR03 LJV

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

63,070 mi
Last recorded63,070 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR03 LJV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 63,070 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 61,149 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 59,922 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 54,989 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 52,346 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2014 48,468 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 48,468 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 41,006 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 39,415 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 39,415 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

both front brake discs are corroded

rear differential is leaking oil

Pass 9 Mar 2011 37,361 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear discs are slighty pitted

rear exhaust clamp broken but still secure

Pass 9 Mar 2010 35,042 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 30,252 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 26,650 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 22,943 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 22,943 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 18,847 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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SR03 LJV is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver 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 SR03 LJV, 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 SR03 LJV?

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What year was SR03 LJV registered?

SR03 LJV is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is SR03 LJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR03 LJV 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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