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MF53 MYV

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

103,356 mi
Last recorded103,356 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 MYV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2018 103,356 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 98,260 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 92,084 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 85,519 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 81,181 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

The n/s rear tyre has outer side wall damage

The windscreen washer fluid is low

Fail 31 Oct 2013 79,482 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2013 79,482 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2012 77,862 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 70,250 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)

both rear disc slight worn and pitted

Pass 21 Jun 2010 68,047 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 68,047 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake disc slight worn

Pass 30 May 2009 58,435 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 May 2008 50,102 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 39,903 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 31,911 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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MF53 MYV is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MF53 MYV, 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.

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What year was MF53 MYV registered?

MF53 MYV is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is MF53 MYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 MYV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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