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WU03 SMV

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,017 mi
Last recorded100,017 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU03 SMV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2025 100,017 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 96,162 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 91,974 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 90,248 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 89,697 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 88,665 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 88,391 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 86,011 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 85,217 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 81,587 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 77,258 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 73,425 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 65,036 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 56,215 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 47,738 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 38,730 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 31,181 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 24,833 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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WU03 SMV is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WU03 SMV, 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 WU03 SMV?

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What year was WU03 SMV registered?

WU03 SMV is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is WU03 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU03 SMV shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU03 SMV have outstanding finance?

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