2003 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · FR03 AHA
2003 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 07 Aug 2003. Recorded mileage 101,928 miles. MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,928 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
FR03 AHA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2026
- 101,928 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FR03 AHA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW 3 Series (FR03 AHA) between February 2025 and March 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 19 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
FR03 AHA Mileage History
- 01/02/202592,405 mi
- 03/02/202592,407 mi+2 mi
- 22/02/2026101,908 mi+9,501 mi
- 07/03/2026101,927 mi+19 mi
- 19/03/2026101,928 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 8,466 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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