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WM52 YPC

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

100,539 mi
Last recorded100,539 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM52 YPC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 100,539 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 99,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 96,045 miles

front and rear brake discs rusty

Pass 13 Jun 2019 92,953 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2019 92,953 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2018 91,814 miles

rear sections of brake supply pipes to rear rusted

Pass 3 Nov 2017 91,370 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 87,534 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 85,128 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 85,128 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 22 Dec 2014 82,386 miles

Both rear tyre treads getting low

Fuel filler cap rubber seal deteriated (perrished) but still seals correctly

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 82,386 miles

Both rear tyre treads getting low

Fuel filler cap rubber seal deteriated (perrished) but still seals correctly

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 73,625 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Dec 2013 73,612 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 62,881 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear differential leaking

Fail 19 Dec 2012 62,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear differential leaking

rear exhaust clamps deteriorated

Pass 22 Dec 2011 52,339 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 52,339 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 49,448 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2010 49,448 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 44,734 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 34,020 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 32,853 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 21,758 miles

advised slight play bto offside rack end

Fail 20 Jan 2006 21,681 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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WM52 YPC is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 WM52 YPC, 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 WM52 YPC registered?

WM52 YPC is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is WM52 YPC safe to buy?

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