2003 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · J1 GHO
2003 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 27 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 90,312 miles. MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2003
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,312 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J1 GHO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/11/2025
- 90,312 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.
J1 GHO 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 (J1 GHO) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
J1 GHO Mileage History
- 09/11/202386,648 mi
- 13/11/202386,651 mi+3 mi
- 08/11/202488,454 mi+1,803 mi
- 08/11/202488,455 mi+1 mi
- 07/11/202590,312 mi+1,857 mi
Average of roughly 1,836 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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