2003 BMW M33.2L Petrol
This 2003 BMW M3 is a Petrol vehicle with a 3246cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 94,121.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 3246cc
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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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Full MOT History
Our records for this BMW M3 (Y28 DAT) from 2003 show a total of 2 MOT tests between September 2021 and September 2021.
Across its entire MOT history, this BMW has a 50% success rate (1 passes and 1 fails). A lower-than-average pass rate suggests the vehicle may have had periods of deferred maintenance.
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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