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J3 HLT

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

74,481 mi
Last recorded74,481 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 HLT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 74,481 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 74,276 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 74,260 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 74,019 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 73,404 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 71,474 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 65,024 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 59,862 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear silencer clamps cracked/broken (still secure and not blowing)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 57,953 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear exhaust silencer clamp cracked/broken (still secure and not leaking)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 53,236 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f foglamp cracked

o/s/r exhaust rubber split

rear exhaust joint flange cracked

Pass 17 Feb 2012 46,149 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust Centre section flange cracked - on rear silencer joint.

Pass 11 Feb 2011 40,804 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 35,038 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 35,038 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 29,547 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 29,547 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 22,423 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 22,423 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 14,967 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 14,226 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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J3 HLT is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 J3 HLT, 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 J3 HLT registered?

J3 HLT is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is J3 HLT safe to buy?

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