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M300 YAY

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,540 mi
Last recorded136,540 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM300 YAY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2026 136,540 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 134,804 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 132,370 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 128,676 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 125,248 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 121,979 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 119,141 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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M300 YAY is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 M300 YAY, 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

How do I check the history of M300 YAY?

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What year was M300 YAY registered?

M300 YAY is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is M300 YAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M300 YAY shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M300 YAY have outstanding finance?

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