2003 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · R24 MBO
2003 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 11/09/2003. Recorded mileage 115,830 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 3246cc
R24 MBO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/04/2025
- 115,830 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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R24 MBO Mileage History
- 04/02/2022101,821 mi
- 05/02/2022101,821 mi
- 15/02/2023106,364 mi+4,543 mi
- 23/05/2023106,509 mi+145 mi
- 23/04/2025115,830 mi+9,321 mi
Average of roughly 4,359 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R24 MBO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW M3 (R24 MBO) between February 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: BMW M3
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Cooling System Overhaul (E36 / E46)(Serious)
Older M3s share BMW's habit of treating expansion tanks, radiators, hoses, and water pumps as consumables. Overheating one can quickly become an engine rebuild conversation.
- Rear Subframe / Floor Cracking(Serious)
The rear floor can crack around the subframe mounts on hard-driven cars, especially E46 M3s. Proper reinforcement is the lasting fix.
- Rod Bearing Wear(Serious)
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
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