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L11 VRF

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,630 mi
Last recorded138,630 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL11 VRF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 138,630 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2026 138,630 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 136,094 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap sealing device, deterated

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2025 136,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap sealing device, deterated

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 135,197 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 131,648 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 130,868 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2021 126,083 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge - both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 122,392 miles

under trays fitted obstructing some underside components

Fail 17 Jul 2019 122,392 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

under trays fitted obstructing some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2018 112,302 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 100,439 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 93,823 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 84,423 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 77,296 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 69,084 miles

Decelerometer brake test carried out in place of RBT test

Fuel filler cap seal showing light cracking

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Various vehicle underbody protection trays fitted the view to certain items restricted

Pass 14 Sep 2012 64,932 miles

Handbrake travel high

Nearside and offside front suspension dust gaiters loose

Small stone chips to front screen

Various vehicle under body protection trays fitted the view to certain steering brake and suspension items restricted

Pass 24 Sep 2011 62,203 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 55,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 49,438 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 48,634 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 47,645 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 36,202 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 36,202 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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L11 VRF is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L11 VRF, 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 L11 VRF registered?

L11 VRF is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is L11 VRF safe to buy?

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