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A11 YLL

2003 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,324 mi
Last recorded45,324 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 YLL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 45,324 miles

rear exhaust flanges cracked.

Pass 6 May 2025 44,812 miles

rear exhaust flanges cracked.

Pass 17 May 2024 43,750 miles

both rear exhaust flanges splitting.

Pass 30 May 2023 42,525 miles

both rear exhaust flanges split.

Fail 29 Jun 2016 42,503 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust rear clamps cracked but not leaking

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2015 40,559 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust flanges corroded and cracked.

Pass 19 Jul 2014 39,230 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust flange cracked.

Pass 23 Jul 2013 37,705 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jul 2013 37,704 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2012 36,252 miles

Both front and rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 24 Jun 2011 31,942 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 28,165 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 26,185 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 22,682 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 22,682 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 18,516 miles

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

nearside front tyre is on the legal limit

Pass 28 Jul 2006 16,214 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 16,214 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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A11 YLL is a 2003 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 A11 YLL, 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 A11 YLL registered?

A11 YLL is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is A11 YLL safe to buy?

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