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FG52 YSN

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,567 mi
Last recorded93,567 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 YSN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 93,567 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 92,806 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 92,802 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 May 2018 92,077 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 90,915 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 85,255 miles

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

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

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

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

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 24 Nov 2014 79,011 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 71,726 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 66,512 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 60,689 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 46,128 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 36,612 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 27,628 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 27,628 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 20,501 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 20,501 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 19,893 miles

brake fluid level getting low

front brake pads nearing limit

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 4 Mar 2006 17,825 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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FG52 YSN is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG52 YSN, 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 FG52 YSN registered?

FG52 YSN is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is FG52 YSN safe to buy?

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