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M333 SPB

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

112,754 mi
Last recorded112,754 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM333 SPB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 112,754 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 111,434 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 110,258 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 108,814 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 107,666 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 106,768 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 106,768 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 104,824 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 102,131 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 99,609 miles

N/S/R tyre low on tread and wearing on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chips (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 97,155 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 94,584 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 18 Sep 2014 91,850 miles

traction control light on

Pass 9 Sep 2013 88,376 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 88,374 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 84,901 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 82,736 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 80,347 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 71,442 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 71,377 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 58,759 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 51,686 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 43,439 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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M333 SPB is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 M333 SPB, 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 M333 SPB registered?

M333 SPB is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is M333 SPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M333 SPB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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