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BF53 VPM

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

101,815 mi
Last recorded101,815 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 VPM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 101,815 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 101,437 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 100,027 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 97,870 miles

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))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 97,069 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 92,440 miles

vehicle modified

Pass 14 May 2018 90,225 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 82,795 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 82,795 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 74,411 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 63,292 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 52,813 miles

Exhaust back box mounting rubber split but still supporting system

Exhaust flange between centre section and back box cracked but not leaking exhaust gasses

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 52,813 miles

Exhaust back box mounting rubber split but still supporting system

Exhaust flange between centre section and back box cracked but not leaking exhaust gasses

Pass 13 Nov 2012 44,641 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 44,640 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 36,136 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 33,608 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 31,953 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 30,338 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 29,397 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 27,363 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 26,711 miles

Nearside Front 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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BF53 VPM is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BF53 VPM, 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 BF53 VPM registered?

BF53 VPM is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BF53 VPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 VPM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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