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PK53 ECD

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

91,186 mi
Last recorded91,186 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 ECD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 91,186 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 88,497 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 85,867 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 83,165 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 80,870 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 78,512 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 76,706 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 74,800 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 74,381 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 73,827 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 72,555 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 70,626 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 69,860 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 67,272 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 63,632 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 59,915 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 27 Jan 2009 54,522 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 54,522 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 48,298 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 48,285 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2006 38,683 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 38,679 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 19,714 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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PK53 ECD is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 PK53 ECD, 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 PK53 ECD registered?

PK53 ECD is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is PK53 ECD safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK53 ECD shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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