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RE53 MXG

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

142,820 mi
Last recorded142,820 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 MXG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 142,820 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 135,154 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 135,154 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2020 125,937 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 118,145 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Sep 2018 107,568 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Sep 2018 107,568 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Sep 2017 719,982 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 719,982 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 97,604 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 88,958 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 79,701 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 74,153 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 70,415 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2012 70,415 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 67,247 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 62,733 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 59,780 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 55,144 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 55,348 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2007 49,935 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 34,227 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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RE53 MXG is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 RE53 MXG, 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.

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What year was RE53 MXG registered?

RE53 MXG is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is RE53 MXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 MXG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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