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MF03 DYX

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

133,102 mi
Last recorded133,102 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF03 DYX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 133,102 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 133,081 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 127,951 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 124,897 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 121,071 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 121,071 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 109,395 miles

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

both rear exhaust clamps broken

light misting of oil around engine area

n/s/r tyre wearing uneven

o/s/r tyre at 3mm

Pass 20 Feb 2014 98,846 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)

Fail 19 Feb 2014 98,807 miles

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

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 19 Feb 2013 92,751 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2012 87,286 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 2 Apr 2011 80,912 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 77,967 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 73,046 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 67,456 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 12 Apr 2007 58,381 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 45,616 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 44,389 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 44,389 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (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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MF03 DYX is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 MF03 DYX, 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 MF03 DYX registered?

MF03 DYX is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is MF03 DYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF03 DYX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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