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NR02 JAS

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,451 mi
Last recorded41,451 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNR02 JAS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 41,451 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 41,398 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 41,235 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 40,987 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 40,825 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 40,592 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 40,158 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 39,881 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 38,875 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 38,046 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 36,834 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 35,810 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 35,810 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 34,402 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 32,718 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)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 30,514 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 30,508 miles

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

Outer Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 28,611 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 25,307 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 25,297 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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NR02 JAS is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey 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 NR02 JAS, 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 NR02 JAS registered?

NR02 JAS is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is NR02 JAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NR02 JAS shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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