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LY03 YMG

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

90,429 mi
Last recorded90,429 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 YMG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 90,429 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 90,263 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 89,135 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 86,201 miles

general corrosion under vehicle and on suspension parts

Pass 9 May 2019 85,448 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 81,793 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 79,391 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 77,673 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 65,714 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 64,454 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 61,089 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 56,972 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 31 Mar 2011 54,586 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 52,773 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 51,211 miles

advise both sides rear tyres on 3mm in middle.

Fail 17 Mar 2008 47,379 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 47,379 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 40,551 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 38,850 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)

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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LY03 YMG is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LY03 YMG, 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 LY03 YMG registered?

LY03 YMG is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is LY03 YMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY03 YMG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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