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WL52 WJD

2003 BMW 3

Black Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,319 mi
Last recorded44,319 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW 382,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL52 WJD
MakeBMW
Model3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2024 44,319 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2023 40,428 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3?

Based on 4,306 MOT tests across 342 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,926
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 120
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 63
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WL52 WJD is a 2003 BMW 3 in Black with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 BMW 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 82,121 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WL52 WJD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WL52 WJD registered?

WL52 WJD is a 2003 BMW 3, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is WL52 WJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL52 WJD shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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