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KU53 ZNL

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,568 mi
Last recorded134,568 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 ZNL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 134,568 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 133,672 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2016 130,881 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 126,199 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 126,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 116,730 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 116,561 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 116,535 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 116,532 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 109,355 miles

Front brakes dics wearing thin

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 91,193 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 77,726 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 64,943 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 64,943 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 53,928 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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KU53 ZNL is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KU53 ZNL, 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 KU53 ZNL registered?

KU53 ZNL is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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