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SG53 YCJ

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,029 mi
Last recorded63,029 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 YCJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 63,029 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2016 61,134 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 4 Nov 2015 59,319 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing outer (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing outer (2.4.G.2)

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

rear seats removed

Pass 30 Oct 2014 57,570 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

all 4 tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Nov 2013 54,825 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 54,433 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 53,344 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 49,746 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 42,731 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 35,849 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 35,849 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 29,364 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2006 22,360 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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SG53 YCJ is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SG53 YCJ, 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 SG53 YCJ registered?

SG53 YCJ is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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