2003 BMW 3 Series 2.2L Petrol · YV03 YDP
2003 BMW 3 Series (2.2L, petrol). First registered 25 Aug 2003. Recorded mileage 112,318 miles. MOT valid until 09 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,318 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.2L
- 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.
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YV03 YDP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
- 112,318 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YV03 YDP 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 (YV03 YDP) between February 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 March 2026 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: Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Nearside Front Position lamp not working Side lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
YV03 YDP Mileage History
- 22/02/2024100,623 mi
- 28/02/2025107,137 mi+6,514 mi
- 10/03/2025107,295 mi+158 mi
- 09/03/2026112,314 mi+5,019 mi
- 10/03/2026112,318 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 5,719 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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