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A2 JAV

2003 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

62,226 mi
Last recorded62,226 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 JAV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 62,226 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 61,902 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 61,673 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 60,840 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 58,905 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2019 58,905 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 57,178 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 55,612 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 53,493 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2016 53,493 miles

Front Brake hose excessively damaged Both (3.6.B.4d)

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 46,046 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 43,045 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 41,997 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 40,313 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 38,593 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 36,354 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 34,337 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 34,337 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Rear tyres worn to legal limit

Pass 14 Apr 2008 31,390 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 25,030 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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A2 JAV is a 2003 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 A2 JAV, 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 A2 JAV registered?

A2 JAV is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is A2 JAV safe to buy?

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