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CF53 ERU

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,032 mi
Last recorded119,032 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 ERU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016 119,032 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 114,301 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 109,730 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 96,541 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 91,173 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 83,232 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Aug 2010 83,232 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 76,392 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Jun 2008 71,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 71,966 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 66,184 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 59,748 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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CF53 ERU is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CF53 ERU, 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 CF53 ERU registered?

CF53 ERU is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is CF53 ERU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF53 ERU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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