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LL03 TKV

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

59,447 mi
Last recorded59,447 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL03 TKV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 59,447 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 59,024 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 58,774 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 57,704 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 3 May 2023 57,704 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 56,871 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 55,795 miles

small crack zone b windscreen

Fail 8 Apr 2021 55,795 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements flickering (4.2.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements flickering (4.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front inner pads look low cannot properly inspect

Nearside Rear tyre 2.5 mm cracking inner sidewall and inbetween treads

Offside Rear tyre cracking inner sidewall and inbetween treads

fuel cap seal perishing

imbalance rear brakes 25 %

small crack zone b windscreen

Pass 24 Feb 2021 55,736 miles

Car fitted with under tray

Pass 20 Feb 2020 55,270 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 55,270 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 51,974 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 50,334 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 49,491 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 48,210 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 47,831 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 45,712 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 41,683 miles

Centre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 39,730 miles

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 37,193 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 37,192 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 35,814 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 30,527 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 28,012 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 25,930 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 25,930 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 20,954 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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LL03 TKV is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 LL03 TKV, 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 LL03 TKV registered?

LL03 TKV is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 14 August 2003.

Is LL03 TKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL03 TKV shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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