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SC03 UME

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

64,503 mi
Last recorded64,503 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC03 UME
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2014 64,503 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 59,928 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 54,647 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 49,434 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 42,951 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 36,382 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 26,966 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 26,346 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 26,296 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 24,254 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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SC03 UME is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SC03 UME, 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 SC03 UME?

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What year was SC03 UME registered?

SC03 UME is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is SC03 UME safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC03 UME shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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