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5 MXU

2003 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,701 mi
Last recorded18,701 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5 MXU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2025 18,701 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 17,992 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 17,495 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 17,342 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 16,903 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 16,199 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 15,339 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 14,614 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 14,581 miles

engine and undercovers fitted.

Pass 3 Feb 2017 13,781 miles

engine and undercovers fitted.

Pass 18 Apr 2016 12,328 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 10,449 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 8,859 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 6,958 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 5,029 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 1,687 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 1,683 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 1,624 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 1,612 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 1,571 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 1,457 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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5 MXU is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 5 MXU, 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 5 MXU?

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What year was 5 MXU registered?

5 MXU is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is 5 MXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5 MXU shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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