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RA03 RHZ

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

78,037 mi
Last recorded78,037 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 RHZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 78,037 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 78,037 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 77,866 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 77,816 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 77,428 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 77,080 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 75,297 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 71,600 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 71,600 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 70,461 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 67,625 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 65,882 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 63,186 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 63,186 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 57,291 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 57,291 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 54,435 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 50,501 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 50,501 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 10 Dec 2009 43,441 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 43,441 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 39,493 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 34,030 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 28,245 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 28,228 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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RA03 RHZ is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RA03 RHZ, 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

How do I check the history of RA03 RHZ?

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What year was RA03 RHZ registered?

RA03 RHZ is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is RA03 RHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA03 RHZ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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