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X88 CSL

2003 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,034 mi
Last recorded22,034 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX88 CSL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 22,034 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 21,959 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 21,903 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 21,716 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 21,660 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 21,426 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 21,043 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 20,652 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 20,121 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 20,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 19,043 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 19,002 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 18,957 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 18,861 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 18,743 miles

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

engine light on

Pass 6 Mar 2010 18,655 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 18,645 miles

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

all tyres getting low

Pass 5 Mar 2009 18,542 miles

o/s/r tyre damaged on inside wall

Pass 28 Feb 2008 18,400 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)

slight play in n/s suspension

Fail 12 Mar 2007 17,290 miles

All four tyres near legal limit of 1.6 ml.

Modifications to body work style and type have left sharp edged protrusions at spoiler and rear wheel arches.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 17,290 miles

All four tyres near legal limit of 1.6 ml.

Modifications to body work style and type have left sharp edged protrusions at spoiler and rear wheel arches.

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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X88 CSL is a 2003 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 X88 CSL, 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 X88 CSL registered?

X88 CSL is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is X88 CSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X88 CSL shows 21 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.

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