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DK03 TXP

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

56,360 mi
Last recorded56,360 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 TXP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 56,360 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 55,650 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 53,810 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 52,299 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 52,299 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 52,183 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 52,145 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 52,074 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 51,949 miles
Pass 2 May 2016 51,607 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2014 50,545 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 49,877 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2012 49,877 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 49,412 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front tyre has a cut.

Pass 12 Aug 2010 47,822 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 41,536 miles

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

number plate 3 leter not correct

Fail 19 Sep 2009 41,464 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 36,644 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 31,887 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 25,392 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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DK03 TXP is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DK03 TXP, 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 DK03 TXP registered?

DK03 TXP is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is DK03 TXP safe to buy?

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Does DK03 TXP have outstanding finance?

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