£3,888
2003 BMW E46 330CI SPORT CONVERTIBLE AUTO
United Kingdom • 31 Jan 2026 • Lot 490
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This Estoril Blue 2003 BMW 330ci Sport has low mileage and a long, advisory-free MoT. However, it was a Category N write-off in 2019 and has an outstanding DVLA recall.
Condition
6
The car has passed 3 MoT inspections since being declared a Category N write-off in 2019, which indicates that it has been repaired and is roadworthy, but the write-off status and the presence of an outstanding recall suggest that there may be underlying issues or concerns. There is moderate wear on exterior, interior, and/or wheels.
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Automatic
Transmission:
WBABS52010ET58088
Chassis No:
Odometer:
58,256 miles
LB03 VNF
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
This BMW 330ci Sport has a low indicated mileage of 58,256, and an advisory-free MoT to 9th October 2026.
It's finished in Estoril Blue, with a grey leather interior that features electric seats, original Business CD stereo, cruise control and automatic gearbox.
The vendor reports that the roof mechanism is working, and describes the soft top as being in “very good condition”.
The car was declared a Category N write-off in 2019, but 3 MoT inspections have been passed since then.
It is accompanied by the current V5C, a handbook pack and service book containing 4 stamps including the PDI, the latest being at 14,204 miles in 2012.
The BMW was built in November 2002 and UK registered on 23rd June 2003.
DVLA records indicate that there is also an outstanding recall.
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Points of note
£1,300
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£10,757
Median Price (Since 2020)
£34,655
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Oct 09 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
58,249 miles
Registration Date
2003-06-23
MOT History
Passed
On Oct 10 2025 with 58,249 miles
Passed
On May 21 2024 with 53,418 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Failed
On May 14 2024 with 53,415 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Major:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Failed
On Dec 13 2021 with 53,233 miles
There were 12 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Offside Front Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit (4.11 (c) (ii))
- Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal perished and split. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges fog lamp wiring. (4.11 (a) (ii))
Minor:
- Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
- Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front mirror backing cover is missing.
- Offside Front fog lamp is missing.
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Dec 03 2020 with 46,260 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear fuel cap seal is poor condition.
Passed
On Apr 05 2019 with 30,321 miles
Failed
On Apr 02 2019 with 30,127 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Passed
On Jul 10 2017 with 17,598 miles
Failed
On Jul 07 2017 with 17,591 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front tyre side wall perished
Passed
On Jul 05 2016 with 14,896 miles
Passed
On Jun 25 2015 with 14,511 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Failed
On Jun 25 2015 with 14,511 miles
There were 4 defects noted, with 2 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- (Dangerous) Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- (Dangerous) Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Passed
On Jul 03 2014 with 14,494 miles
Passed
On Jul 03 2013 with 14,302 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- fuel cap seal starting to deteriorate
Passed
On Jul 05 2012 with 14,204 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- fuel cap seal perishing
- sidewalls on front tyres cracking
Passed
On Jul 04 2011 with 14,071 miles
Passed
On Jul 12 2010 with 134,494 miles
Passed
On Jun 19 2009 with 11,769 miles
Passed
On Jun 20 2008 with 10,433 miles
Passed
On Jul 11 2007 with 8,872 miles
Passed
On Jul 14 2006 with 7,366 miles
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