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SV53 GCU

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,998 mi
Last recorded128,998 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 GCU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2012 128,998 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 128,998 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 109,531 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 96,254 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 96,254 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 75,226 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 60,105 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 48,071 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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SV53 GCU is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV53 GCU, 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 SV53 GCU registered?

SV53 GCU is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is SV53 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 GCU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV53 GCU have outstanding finance?

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