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WM03 FNJ

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

121,777 mi
Last recorded121,777 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM03 FNJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2015 121,777 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 103,935 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 103,929 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 82,987 miles

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

front offside and front nearside tyres worn outer edges and close to limit

Fail 9 Feb 2013 82,986 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

front offside and front nearside tyres worn outer edges and close to limit

Pass 17 Feb 2012 75,806 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 75,795 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Feb 2012 75,734 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 62,404 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 54,236 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 48,616 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 38,853 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 31,888 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 31,888 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a) DANGEROUS

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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WM03 FNJ is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 WM03 FNJ, 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 WM03 FNJ registered?

WM03 FNJ is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 29 August 2003.

Is WM03 FNJ safe to buy?

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