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EK03 VFD

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

122,891 mi
Last recorded122,891 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 VFD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 122,891 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 122,539 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 122,223 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 121,966 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 120,309 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 116,911 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 114,608 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 108,511 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at axle (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Jun 2016 108,433 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at axle (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 98,270 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 94,744 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 90,063 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 90,063 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Fail 15 Jun 2012 84,092 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 84,092 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 73,293 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 59,534 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 50,579 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 45,876 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 38,537 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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EK03 VFD is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey 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 EK03 VFD, 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 EK03 VFD registered?

EK03 VFD is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is EK03 VFD safe to buy?

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