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M3 CAX

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,926 mi
Last recorded89,926 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 CAX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 89,926 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 85,941 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 81,126 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 76,558 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 73,836 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 73,241 miles
Fail 29 May 2021 73,241 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 72,211 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 69,764 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 66,646 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 63,555 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 53,256 miles

both rear tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 22 Aug 2015 51,462 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 51,458 miles

Headlamp aim too high both head lamps high due to broken wishbone adjuster (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 45,480 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 42,413 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 41,318 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 39,703 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 37,752 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 35,946 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 34,723 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 27,891 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 27,556 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 8 May 2006 27,556 miles

Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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M3 CAX is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M3 CAX, 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 M3 CAX registered?

M3 CAX is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is M3 CAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 CAX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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