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WM53 NXK

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

67,236 mi
Last recorded67,236 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM53 NXK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 67,236 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 67,116 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 67,058 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 67,017 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 66,976 miles

rear diff casing showing signs of oil residue

Pass 12 Aug 2020 65,944 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 63,596 miles

rear brake disc rusted

Pass 30 Aug 2018 62,467 miles

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

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 11 May 2017 59,960 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 58,838 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 2mm. remaining. (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 57,789 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 54,379 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 53,440 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 49,395 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 35,242 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 28,579 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 21,430 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006 15,828 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 15,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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WM53 NXK is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 WM53 NXK, 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 WM53 NXK?

You can check the full history of WM53 NXK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WM53 NXK registered?

WM53 NXK is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is WM53 NXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM53 NXK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WM53 NXK have outstanding finance?

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