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Y31 AHM

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

143,441 mi
Last recorded143,441 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY31 AHM
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 143,441 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 142,273 miles

Under-trays side skirts fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2022 141,983 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 139,974 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 138,350 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 136,615 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 134,456 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 128,487 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 124,015 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 116,300 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 109,873 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 105,934 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 105,934 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 100,480 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 93,951 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2010 93,951 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 88,001 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 92,705 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 92,705 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 78,145 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 62,893 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 47,080 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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Y31 AHM is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y31 AHM, 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 Y31 AHM registered?

Y31 AHM is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is Y31 AHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y31 AHM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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