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RA52 PXT

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

91,552 mi
Last recorded91,552 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA52 PXT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 91,552 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 91,463 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 91,265 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 90,439 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 89,696 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2017 89,049 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

front seatbelts removed and replaced with harnesses

Pass 2 Jun 2016 88,461 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 83,547 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 83,547 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 82,948 miles

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

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

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

n/s wiper split

Pass 2 Sep 2010 81,011 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

rear number plate starting to de/laminate

Pass 20 Jan 2009 79,365 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 67,594 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 50,920 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 35,368 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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RA52 PXT is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RA52 PXT, 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 RA52 PXT?

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What year was RA52 PXT registered?

RA52 PXT is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is RA52 PXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA52 PXT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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