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EM03 CAB

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,196 mi
Last recorded37,196 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM03 CAB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 37,196 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 35,511 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 35,368 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 34,499 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 34,374 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 34,349 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 34,337 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 34,334 miles

stone chip/small cracks in bottom drivers side of windscreen

Pass 29 Jun 2018 34,144 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 33,704 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 33,270 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 32,819 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 32,819 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 31,538 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 28,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 28,586 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 25,813 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)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 23,260 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 20,913 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 7 Aug 2008 16,508 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 13,083 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 11,308 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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EM03 CAB is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EM03 CAB, 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

How do I check the history of EM03 CAB?

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What year was EM03 CAB registered?

EM03 CAB is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 4 August 2003.

Is EM03 CAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EM03 CAB shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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