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E5 NGS

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

48,043 mi
Last recorded48,043 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE5 NGS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 48,043 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 47,453 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 46,846 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 46,064 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 45,499 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 45,002 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 44,492 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 42,302 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 39,535 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 37,817 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 36,387 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 34,617 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 34,617 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 33,402 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

uneven wear to front tyres

Fail 6 Apr 2012 33,402 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

uneven wear to front tyres

Pass 15 Mar 2011 30,783 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 24,274 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 23,201 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 23,201 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 21,239 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 18,891 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 13,705 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 13,705 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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)

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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E5 NGS is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 E5 NGS, 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 E5 NGS registered?

E5 NGS is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is E5 NGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E5 NGS shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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