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VBZ 370

2003 BMW M3

Black Other 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,931 mi
Last recorded117,931 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBZ 370
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 117,931 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 117,797 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2023 117,313 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 116,809 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2022 116,685 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 113,705 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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VBZ 370 is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VBZ 370, 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 VBZ 370?

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What year was VBZ 370 registered?

VBZ 370 is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is VBZ 370 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBZ 370 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VBZ 370 have outstanding finance?

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