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FM03 YGF

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,516 mi
Last recorded75,516 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 YGF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 75,516 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 72,439 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 68,421 miles

slight cracking inner side walls both front tyres

Fail 14 Dec 2017 68,408 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight cracking inner side walls both front tyres

Pass 3 Dec 2016 67,346 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NEEDS ATTENTION (3.5.1i)

REAR SEATS FOLDED AT THE TIME OF TEST UNABLE TO INSPECT SEATS AND SEAT BELTS

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 64,203 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 7 Jan 2014 58,839 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 57,350 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 52,412 miles

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

rear brake discs worn

Pass 6 Oct 2010 50,158 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 44,409 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 33,507 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 25,525 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 17,545 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 17,543 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2006 14,068 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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FM03 YGF is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue 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 FM03 YGF, 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 FM03 YGF registered?

FM03 YGF is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is FM03 YGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 YGF 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.

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