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YF03 VTT

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,116 mi
Last recorded108,116 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 VTT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 108,116 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 104,592 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 101,173 miles

Rear both tyres 1.6mm

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2015 96,547 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 93,831 miles

rear tyres close to legal limits. under-trays fitted & covers

Fail 13 Dec 2013 93,831 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear tyres close to legal limits. under-trays fitted & covers

Pass 29 Oct 2012 90,110 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 81,250 miles

n/s tie rod has slight play

Fail 21 Sep 2011 81,250 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s tie rod has slight play

Pass 3 Sep 2010 76,957 miles

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

both front discs worn

Pass 11 Mar 2009 66,464 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 57,328 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres wearing on edges

covers over door sills

rear brake pads look low

under trays fitted

Fail 14 Dec 2007 55,585 miles

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

rear brake disc's starting to corrode.

rear brake pads wearing thin.

Pass 14 Dec 2007 55,585 miles

rear brake disc's starting to corrode.

rear brake pads wearing thin.

Pass 9 May 2006 42,035 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 42,034 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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YF03 VTT is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF03 VTT, 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 YF03 VTT registered?

YF03 VTT is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is YF03 VTT safe to buy?

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