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B3 MDR

2003 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,250 mi
Last recorded15,250 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M588,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 MDR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 15,250 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 15,116 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 14,993 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 14,910 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2022 14,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside headlamp aim on lowest setting and wont adjust up.

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2021 14,766 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 14,619 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 14,516 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 14,366 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 14,217 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 14,124 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 13,871 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 13,655 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 13,307 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 12,675 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2011 12,457 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 12,142 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 11,620 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 11,138 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 10,771 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 10,064 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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B3 MDR is a 2003 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 88,954 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B3 MDR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 23 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B3 MDR registered?

B3 MDR is a 2003 BMW M5, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is B3 MDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 MDR shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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