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K1 UCL

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

152,145 mi
Last recorded152,145 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK1 UCL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 152,145 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 149,213 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 148,500 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 146,379 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 144,389 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 143,677 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 142,269 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 140,320 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 137,552 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 134,376 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2012 131,781 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2011 124,251 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 124,251 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 107,666 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 96,252 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 84,219 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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K1 UCL is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 K1 UCL, 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 K1 UCL?

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What year was K1 UCL registered?

K1 UCL is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 9 January 2003.

Is K1 UCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K1 UCL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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