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RX53 MKK

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

61,919 mi
Last recorded61,919 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 MKK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 61,919 miles

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 8 May 2025 59,245 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 55,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Nov 2023 55,738 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 55,713 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 55,685 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 55,661 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 55,253 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 53,978 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 53,220 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 50,489 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 47,652 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 44,981 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 43,393 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 40,106 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 40,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 34,855 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 29,859 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 26,405 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 23,058 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 19,539 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 19,522 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 15,867 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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RX53 MKK is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 RX53 MKK, 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 RX53 MKK registered?

RX53 MKK is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is RX53 MKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 MKK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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