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FL03 SKD

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

150,329 mi
Last recorded150,329 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 SKD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 150,329 miles

oil leak from axle

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2015 149,462 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded main to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak to rear of vehicle

Tyre pressure monitoring warning light on but isn't indicating a fault

Undertrays fitted to underside of vehicle

Fail 13 Aug 2015 149,462 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded main to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak to rear of vehicle

Tyre pressure monitoring warning light on but isn't indicating a fault

Undertrays fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 1 Sep 2014 147,805 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 145,602 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 142,891 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 139,266 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 135,932 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 120,664 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 97,148 miles

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

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

both rear tyres starting to wear on outside edges ok at time of test

Pass 18 Jul 2007 62,398 miles

all four tyres close to limits on outside edges

Pass 28 Jul 2006 41,007 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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FL03 SKD is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FL03 SKD, 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 FL03 SKD registered?

FL03 SKD is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is FL03 SKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL03 SKD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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