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RX53 MLY

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

35,236 mi
Last recorded35,236 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 MLY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 35,236 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 35,164 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 35,151 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 35,144 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 35,042 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2015 35,042 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2012 34,775 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 34,388 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 33,787 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 33,213 miles

Front Tyres Wearing On Inner Edges

Pass 1 Feb 2008 31,329 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 26,283 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 MLY is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RX53 MLY, 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 RX53 MLY?

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What year was RX53 MLY registered?

RX53 MLY is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is RX53 MLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 MLY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX53 MLY have outstanding finance?

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