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RO03 WMK

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

122,151 mi
Last recorded122,151 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO03 WMK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 122,151 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 110,990 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 108,115 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 105,538 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 103,718 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 100,956 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 96,987 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 93,959 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 89,176 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 84,635 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 78,521 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 73,988 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 73,988 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 68,753 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear exhaust flanges corroded.

Pass 19 Oct 2010 65,050 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 74,373 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 61,506 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 58,800 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 56,460 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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RO03 WMK is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 RO03 WMK, 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 RO03 WMK?

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What year was RO03 WMK registered?

RO03 WMK is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 22 March 2003.

Is RO03 WMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO03 WMK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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