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M31 RPT

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

132,378 mi
Last recorded132,378 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM31 RPT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2026 132,378 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 128,742 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 124,953 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 124,787 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 123,848 miles

Brake pipes greased

Pass 27 Feb 2017 119,167 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 114,864 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 114,864 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 111,393 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 111,393 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 104,321 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2014 104,321 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 98,048 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Nov 2012 97,466 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 92,212 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 92,212 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 85,123 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 69,467 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 56,045 miles

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Pass 21 Dec 2007 45,230 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 27,079 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 RPT is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 M31 RPT, 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 RPT registered?

M31 RPT is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is M31 RPT safe to buy?

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