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RV53 VZP

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

83,208 mi
Last recorded83,208 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 VZP
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 83,208 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 83,101 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 82,579 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 82,543 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2017 82,271 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 70,616 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 55,916 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 55,900 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 53,088 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 49,058 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 41,800 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 31,934 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 27,548 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 23,667 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 20,079 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 20,079 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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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RV53 VZP is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RV53 VZP, 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 RV53 VZP registered?

RV53 VZP is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is RV53 VZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 VZP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV53 VZP have outstanding finance?

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