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BC03 CUV

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,981 mi
Last recorded98,981 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 CUV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 98,981 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 98,845 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 98,840 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 98,661 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 98,339 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 98,069 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 97,802 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 96,288 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 96,210 miles

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)

o/s/f n/s/f tyres perishing/cracking

Pass 18 Jul 2014 95,721 miles

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)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 95,264 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 95,258 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 94,905 miles

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)

Pass 3 May 2011 93,981 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 88,780 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 88,780 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 84,763 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 79,818 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 66,122 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 48,924 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 48,827 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

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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BC03 CUV is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BC03 CUV, 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 BC03 CUV?

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What year was BC03 CUV registered?

BC03 CUV is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is BC03 CUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC03 CUV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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