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181 CDT

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,309 mi
Last recorded12,309 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration181 CDT
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 12,309 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 10,362 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 10,331 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 10,281 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 10,258 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 10,174 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 9,905 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 9,787 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 9,566 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 9,217 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 9,031 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 8,852 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 8,361 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 7,745 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 6,745 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 6,005 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 5,555 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 4,546 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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181 CDT is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver 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 181 CDT, 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 181 CDT?

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What year was 181 CDT registered?

181 CDT is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is 181 CDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 181 CDT 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 181 CDT have outstanding finance?

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