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CSL 5

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,923 mi
Last recorded59,923 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSL 5
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2026 59,923 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 59,823 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 58,726 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 58,607 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 58,501 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 58,395 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 57,748 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 57,383 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 57,119 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 57,053 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 56,958 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 56,474 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 54,866 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 50,281 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 41,986 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)

cuts on rear tyres [not to cords]

Pass 13 Oct 2007 29,663 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges, reccomend kds carried out when tyres are replaced

Pass 29 Aug 2006 19,927 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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CSL 5 is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 CSL 5, 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 CSL 5 registered?

CSL 5 is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is CSL 5 safe to buy?

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