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R2 FEM

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

135,721 mi
Last recorded135,721 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 FEM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 135,721 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 133,136 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 130,275 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 127,943 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 126,040 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 124,104 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 124,104 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2020 123,582 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 122,166 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 115,368 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 109,191 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 103,393 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 96,727 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 89,995 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 83,169 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 72,694 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 65,688 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 57,194 miles

front brake discs worn - will need replacing next pad change

Pass 20 Oct 2008 48,990 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 40,778 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 31,774 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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R2 FEM is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R2 FEM, 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 R2 FEM registered?

R2 FEM is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is R2 FEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 FEM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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