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VO03 VBE

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

46,280 mi
Last recorded46,280 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO03 VBE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 46,280 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 45,892 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened steering arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both sides sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2023 44,753 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 44,387 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 43,188 miles

engine cover undertrays fitted

Fail 20 Aug 2021 43,166 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

engine cover undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2020 43,040 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 42,887 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 42,401 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 41,687 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 40,760 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 40,083 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 38,034 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 34,570 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2012 30,335 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 28,024 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 25,739 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 25,142 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 23,941 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 21,285 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 16,287 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 5,958 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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VO03 VBE is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 VO03 VBE, 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 VO03 VBE registered?

VO03 VBE is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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