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NG53 YTU

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

41,183 mi
Last recorded41,183 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG53 YTU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 41,183 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 41,122 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 40,847 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 40,660 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 40,233 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 40,065 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 40,035 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 39,068 miles

front brake discs worn and corroded

Fail 5 Aug 2014 39,065 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake discs worn and corroded

Fail 23 Jul 2014 39,046 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 28 May 2013 37,427 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 May 2013 37,422 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 36,424 miles

both front shock absorber covers damaged/split

engine managment light on

Pass 28 May 2011 34,459 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 33,871 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 32,993 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 28,324 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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NG53 YTU is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NG53 YTU, 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 NG53 YTU registered?

NG53 YTU is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is NG53 YTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG53 YTU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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