2003 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · GW03 FXK
2003 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 121,524 miles. MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,524 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GW03 FXK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/03/2026
- 121,524 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GW03 FXK 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 (GW03 FXK) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
GW03 FXK Mileage History
- 18/03/2024112,891 mi
- 13/03/2025115,511 mi+2,620 mi
- 13/03/2025115,511 mi
- 17/03/2026121,515 mi+6,004 mi
- 26/03/2026121,524 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 4,273 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW 3 Series (E46)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Rear Subframe CrackingSerious
The rear floor can tear where the subframe mounts attach to the shell, especially on early cars and six-cylinder manuals. Ignoring it risks major structural damage.
- Cooling System OverhaulSerious
Expansion tanks, radiators, thermostats, and plastic-impeller-era water pumps fail with age. One overheating event can ruin the alloy straight-six.
- VANOS Seal WearModerate
The VANOS seals harden with age, flattening low-end torque and making the engine feel lethargic or uneven through the mid-range.
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