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SV53 LYO

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

47,621 mi
Last recorded47,621 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 LYO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 47,621 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 May 2025 47,445 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 47,443 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 May 2024 47,391 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 47,154 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 46,443 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 45,411 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources bulb holder missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 42,953 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 42,654 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 41,485 miles

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

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

wipers smeary

Pass 28 Aug 2013 40,079 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2012 39,585 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 37,617 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 33,438 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 30,376 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 27,750 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 25,512 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 17,899 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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SV53 LYO is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SV53 LYO, 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 SV53 LYO registered?

SV53 LYO is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is SV53 LYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 LYO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV53 LYO have outstanding finance?

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