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RJ03 BXE

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,696 mi
Last recorded125,696 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 BXE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 125,696 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2025 125,696 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 124,193 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 121,179 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 117,529 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 113,626 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 110,406 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2019 108,196 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Sep 2019 108,196 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2018 103,997 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff/Half shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2017 102,165 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both side (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 101,082 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2015 98,254 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2014 94,407 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2013 89,522 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 82,801 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 73,072 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 64,742 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 59,124 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 7 Mar 2009 59,076 miles

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 52,018 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 52,014 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 45,026 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 38,568 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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RJ03 BXE is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RJ03 BXE, 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 RJ03 BXE registered?

RJ03 BXE is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is RJ03 BXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ03 BXE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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