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T27 RUM

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

66,477 mi
Last recorded66,477 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT27 RUM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 66,477 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 65,572 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2023 64,798 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 64,441 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2022 64,436 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 63,995 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 63,684 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 63,100 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 62,199 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 61,323 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 48,937 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 45,372 miles

Exhaust flanges at backbox broken

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 43,783 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

engine light on dash

exhaust flanges at backbox fractured

fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Nov 2013 42,366 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 42,005 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front tyres splitting/cracking inbetween treads

o/s rear exhaust rubber split, it is still adequately supported

rear exhaust joint/flanges split, still gas tight and secure

Pass 17 Nov 2011 39,652 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 37,572 miles

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

tyre pressure warn lamp on

Fail 23 Nov 2010 37,572 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

tyre pressure warn lamp on

Pass 19 Nov 2009 33,977 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 30,951 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 27,529 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 25,177 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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T27 RUM is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 T27 RUM, 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 T27 RUM?

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What year was T27 RUM registered?

T27 RUM is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is T27 RUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T27 RUM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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