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AY03 OMD

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

131,292 mi
Last recorded131,292 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 OMD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 131,292 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 131,094 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 130,269 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 128,277 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 125,356 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 118,779 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 111,788 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 110,721 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 107,667 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 105,949 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 96,519 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 96,519 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 87,352 miles

n/s/f tyre bald on inside & close to limit

o/s/f tyre bald on inside & close to limit

rear exaust box clamp broken but secure

rear tyres close to limit

Pass 31 Mar 2012 81,527 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 76,160 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn slightly

Pass 14 Mar 2010 70,987 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 63,664 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 59,727 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 51,967 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 44,032 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 44,005 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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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AY03 OMD is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AY03 OMD, 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

How do I check the history of AY03 OMD?

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What year was AY03 OMD registered?

AY03 OMD is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is AY03 OMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 OMD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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