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BM03 ADO

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,518 mi
Last recorded59,518 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM03 ADO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2026 59,518 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 57,262 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 55,768 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 53,878 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 52,462 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 50,515 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 49,803 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 48,784 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 45,845 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 43,021 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 39,868 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 36,916 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 32,653 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 29,331 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 25,479 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 22,358 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 18,009 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 14,828 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 12,546 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 9,846 miles

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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BM03 ADO is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BM03 ADO, 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 BM03 ADO registered?

BM03 ADO is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is BM03 ADO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM03 ADO shows 20 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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