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WL53 JSZ

2003 BMW M3

Black Other 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,846 mi
Last recorded76,846 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 JSZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 76,846 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 76,729 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 76,295 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 76,151 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 75,687 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 75,580 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 75,232 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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WL53 JSZ is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 WL53 JSZ, 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 WL53 JSZ?

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What year was WL53 JSZ registered?

WL53 JSZ is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is WL53 JSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL53 JSZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WL53 JSZ have outstanding finance?

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