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VU53 BWY

2003 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,251 mi
Last recorded97,251 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU53 BWY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2017 97,251 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 92,576 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 90,558 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 89,527 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 88,341 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 84,831 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2010 79,847 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 79,814 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 68,130 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 53,700 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 48,279 miles

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

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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VU53 BWY is a 2003 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VU53 BWY, 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 VU53 BWY?

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What year was VU53 BWY registered?

VU53 BWY is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is VU53 BWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU53 BWY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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