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LG53 ECJ

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,355 mi
Last recorded63,355 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 ECJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 63,355 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 63,355 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2553519 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2025 60,942 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2024 58,822 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 57,663 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 57,663 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative All (4.4.1 (e))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Handbrake has little reserve travel

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Close to edge ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Dripping on exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 55,143 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 50,909 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 50,491 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 50,161 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 49,504 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 49,249 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 48,977 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 48,977 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 48,651 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 48,058 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 46,938 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 44,762 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 43,570 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 42,808 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 40,339 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 36,896 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 31,132 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 27,261 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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LG53 ECJ is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LG53 ECJ, 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 LG53 ECJ registered?

LG53 ECJ is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is LG53 ECJ safe to buy?

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