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BV03 HSE

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

111,761 mi
Last recorded111,761 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 HSE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 111,761 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all ()

Pass 7 Feb 2023 111,106 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all ()

Pass 1 Feb 2022 110,170 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 20 Jan 2021 108,390 miles

rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Jan 2020 104,850 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 11 Feb 2019 100,935 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2014 100,430 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

REAR BRAKE DISC OUTER FACES ARE CORRODED

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Apr 2014 100,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

REAR BRAKE DISC OUTER FACES ARE CORRODED

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2013 88,121 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 80,053 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 70,130 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 66,441 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 62,252 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 45,933 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 31,969 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 18,656 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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BV03 HSE is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BV03 HSE, 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 BV03 HSE registered?

BV03 HSE is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BV03 HSE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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