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N8 BTG

2003 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

105,229 mi
Last recorded105,229 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN8 BTG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 105,229 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 104,795 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 29 Jul 2024 104,193 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 9 Aug 2023 103,318 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 5 Aug 2022 102,654 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 19 Aug 2021 101,681 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 21 Aug 2020 101,265 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 9 Aug 2019 99,275 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 27 Jul 2018 95,182 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2017 91,782 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 89,163 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Jul 2015 84,841 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 79,598 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 75,144 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 70,462 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 70,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 51,101 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 43,087 miles

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 25 Aug 2006 32,480 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 31,683 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)

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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N8 BTG is a 2003 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 N8 BTG, 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

How do I check the history of N8 BTG?

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What year was N8 BTG registered?

N8 BTG is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is N8 BTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N8 BTG shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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