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YC53 RZB

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

108,930 mi
Last recorded108,930 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 RZB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 108,930 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 108,812 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 108,251 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 107,910 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 107,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2022 107,297 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 102,722 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 99,652 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 96,337 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 94,388 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake performance poor

Pass 25 May 2017 91,268 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 88,418 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 84,990 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 79,583 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 73,231 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 68,646 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 68,646 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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 6 Apr 2011 52,196 miles

play in osf ball joint

Pass 2 Apr 2009 42,646 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 42,646 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 31,730 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 23,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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YC53 RZB is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey 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 YC53 RZB, 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 YC53 RZB registered?

YC53 RZB is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 22 November 2003.

Is YC53 RZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC53 RZB 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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