CarVerify

Free Car Check

RJ53 YRT

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

112,110 mi
Last recorded112,110 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 YRT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 112,110 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 108,766 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 105,336 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 102,454 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 99,026 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 96,660 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 95,677 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 93,664 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 91,995 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 91,991 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 87,783 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Oct 2015 82,242 miles

exhaust rear brackets cracked but not blowing

Pass 18 Dec 2014 77,953 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 72,518 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 66,093 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2012 66,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 60,469 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 10 Feb 2011 59,576 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 53,441 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 46,824 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 38,364 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2007 25,751 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
Full BMW M3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RJ53 YRT is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RJ53 YRT, 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 RJ53 YRT?

You can check the full history of RJ53 YRT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RJ53 YRT registered?

RJ53 YRT is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is RJ53 YRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ53 YRT shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJ53 YRT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RJ53 YRT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.