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NPS 10

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

113,337 mi
Last recorded113,337 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPS 10
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 113,337 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

differential leaking

headlamp self levelling rod insecure

Pass 28 Oct 2024 111,993 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slightly lipped inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

General corrosion on underside of vehicle

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust flange corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2023 110,742 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 109,468 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 108,855 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 108,823 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) NS and OS ()

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential - Prop flange (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 108,316 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 107,454 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 107,227 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 105,620 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 102,400 miles

Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 101,591 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 101,591 miles

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 99,043 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 89,100 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2012 79,757 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 71,431 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 62,095 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 44,991 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 26,995 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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NPS 10 is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NPS 10, 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 NPS 10 registered?

NPS 10 is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is NPS 10 safe to buy?

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