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K3 DCE

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,051 mi
Last recorded17,051 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK3 DCE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 17,051 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 17,005 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 16,626 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 16,623 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 16,613 miles

number plates front and rear

tr.p.m.s light on

under tray covering major components

Pass 2 Feb 2019 16,598 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 16,423 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 16,239 miles

rear diff seal leaking

Pass 25 Feb 2016 15,634 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 15,279 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 14,652 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 14,481 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 14,432 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 14,211 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 13,658 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 13,089 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 10,929 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 9,958 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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K3 DCE is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black 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 K3 DCE, 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 K3 DCE registered?

K3 DCE is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is K3 DCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K3 DCE 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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