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HT53 CKY

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

105,313 mi
Last recorded105,313 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 CKY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 105,313 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 104,437 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 104,315 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 103,848 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 103,838 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 103,487 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 103,226 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 102,359 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 101,913 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 100,417 miles

frount tyres have age relatid cracking

Pass 24 Feb 2016 99,486 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 98,850 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 98,848 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 97,159 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 95,851 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 27 Feb 2012 95,085 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 92,640 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 89,417 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 84,256 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 74,965 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 55,930 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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HT53 CKY is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 HT53 CKY, 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 HT53 CKY registered?

HT53 CKY is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is HT53 CKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 CKY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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