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J7 XMW

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,571 mi
Last recorded23,571 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ7 XMW
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 23,571 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 23,546 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 21,536 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 21,176 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 20,781 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 20,708 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 20,627 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 20,530 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 20,366 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 19,828 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 19,572 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 18,287 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 17,499 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 15,715 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 14,679 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 13,799 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 11,483 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 9,784 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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J7 XMW is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J7 XMW, 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

How do I check the history of J7 XMW?

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What year was J7 XMW registered?

J7 XMW is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is J7 XMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J7 XMW shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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