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LM53 BNB

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,368 mi
Last recorded35,368 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 BNB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 35,368 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 35,248 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 39,087 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 34,973 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 34,188 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 34,039 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 33,935 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 33,631 miles

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

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

o/s and n/s front tyres cracking

Pass 3 Aug 2017 33,516 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 33,180 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 32,832 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 31,769 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 31,107 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 30,695 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 29,970 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 27,329 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 19,077 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 17,349 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 15,392 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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LM53 BNB is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 LM53 BNB, 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 LM53 BNB registered?

LM53 BNB is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is LM53 BNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 BNB shows 19 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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