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BM03 BYE

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

94,723 mi
Last recorded94,723 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM03 BYE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 94,723 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)

Fail 23 Feb 2018 94,723 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 91,100 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 87,063 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 83,759 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 82,607 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 78,480 miles

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

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

underbody/sills plastic trim

Pass 6 Jul 2012 76,922 miles

n/s/f tyre worn inner and outer tyre tread

o/s/f tyre worn outer tread

Pass 13 Sep 2011 71,427 miles

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 65,634 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 57,145 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 50,646 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 32,058 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 31,401 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 24,263 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 BYE is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BYE, 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 BYE registered?

BM03 BYE is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is BM03 BYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM03 BYE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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