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SK52 XXR

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

186,308 mi
Last recorded186,308 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 XXR
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 186,308 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 171,088 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 171,088 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2013 152,339 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 131,922 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 110,340 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 90,565 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 90,565 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 68,376 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 44,441 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 31,021 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2006 20,102 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2006 18,895 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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SK52 XXR 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 84.6%.

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 SK52 XXR, 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 SK52 XXR registered?

SK52 XXR is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is SK52 XXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK52 XXR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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