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HK53 YXL

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

67,272 mi
Last recorded67,272 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 YXL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 67,272 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 66,986 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 66,986 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective PERRISHED AND CRACKING (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 66,496 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 63,972 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 59,617 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 59,617 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both - On limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 57,577 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 53,653 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 49,322 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate Light on (4.1.D.4)

Fail 23 Nov 2017 49,322 miles

Side repeater incorrect colour BOTH sides (1.4.A.2f)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate Light on (4.1.D.4)

Pass 4 May 2016 43,598 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 40,531 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 37,848 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 37,848 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 33,132 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 28,866 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 24,589 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 24,481 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2010 19,781 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 15,265 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 12,082 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge (replacement highly recommended)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 9,346 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge & damage to outer side wall

Pass 7 Nov 2006 6,619 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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HK53 YXL is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 HK53 YXL, 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 HK53 YXL registered?

HK53 YXL is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is HK53 YXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 YXL shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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