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EK03 VJX

2003 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,446 mi
Last recorded59,446 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 VJX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2023 59,446 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 59,432 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 59,412 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 59,316 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 59,159 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 59,055 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 58,379 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 57,739 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 56,082 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 54,717 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 51,691 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 42,886 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)

Fail 10 Mar 2008 42,880 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 34,913 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

tyre pressure light is on

Pass 16 Mar 2006 27,787 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 27,785 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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 VJX is a 2003 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VJX, 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 VJX registered?

EK03 VJX is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is EK03 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK03 VJX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK03 VJX have outstanding finance?

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