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AH53 CSL

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

57,508 mi
Last recorded57,508 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAH53 CSL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 57,508 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 56,576 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 56,068 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 55,943 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 55,799 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 55,657 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2019 55,657 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 55,469 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 55,239 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 54,482 miles

both front tyres perished at corners of tread

rear exhaust clamps broken - no leaks/system secure

Fail 24 Nov 2016 54,482 miles

both front tyres perished at corners of tread

coil spring broken BOTH REAR (2.4.C.1a)

rear exhaust clamps broken - no leaks/system secure

Pass 8 Oct 2015 53,631 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 51,900 miles

rear exhaust mouting bracket broken

Pass 16 Oct 2013 50,191 miles

rear exhaust bracket broken - system secure

suspension height sensor bracket broken

Fail 16 Oct 2013 50,191 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

rear exhaust bracket broken - system secure

suspension height sensor bracket broken

Pass 17 Oct 2012 47,986 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 43,691 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 38,213 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 38,213 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 33,704 miles

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 30 May 2008 32,348 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 32,348 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 28,120 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 21,680 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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AH53 CSL is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 71,708 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AH53 CSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AH53 CSL registered?

AH53 CSL is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is AH53 CSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AH53 CSL shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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