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M31 RDE

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,871 mi
Last recorded58,871 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM31 RDE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2017 58,871 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2017 58,871 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 57,367 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 48,452 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 48,452 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 May 2014 47,080 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 May 2014 47,080 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2013 43,044 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 4 May 2013 43,042 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 41,300 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 38,556 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 37,325 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 7 Nov 2008 34,696 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 31,455 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 28,172 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 25,368 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 25,359 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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M31 RDE 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 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M31 RDE, 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 M31 RDE registered?

M31 RDE is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is M31 RDE safe to buy?

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