2003 BMW 3 Series 2.2L Petrol · HY53 CVZ
2003 BMW 3 Series (2.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 59,806 miles. MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,806 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HY53 CVZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2025
- 59,806 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HY53 CVZ 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 (HY53 CVZ) between November 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
HY53 CVZ Mileage History
- 10/11/202356,565 mi
- 13/11/202458,552 mi+1,987 mi
- 14/11/202458,553 mi+1 mi
- 24/10/202559,806 mi+1,253 mi
- 27/10/202559,806 mi
Average of roughly 1,651 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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