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M30 LMD

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

119,635 mi
Last recorded119,635 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM30 LMD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 119,635 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 119,079 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 117,698 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 117,686 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 117,567 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 116,748 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 116,748 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))

Pass 29 Jan 2015 115,950 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 114,346 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 111,684 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 108,736 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 104,593 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 100,334 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 90,705 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 83,806 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 74,177 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 52,925 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)

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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M30 LMD is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 M30 LMD, 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 M30 LMD registered?

M30 LMD is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is M30 LMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M30 LMD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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