2003 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · R44 YAS
2003 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 05/09/2003. Recorded mileage 96,459 miles. MOT valid until 18/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,459 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 3246cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
R44 YAS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2025
- 96,459 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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R44 YAS Mileage History
- 21/07/202293,478 mi
- 04/07/202394,161 mi+683 mi
- 04/07/202394,161 mi
- 18/09/202496,023 mi+1,862 mi
- 19/09/202596,459 mi+436 mi
Average of roughly 942 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R44 YAS 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 (R44 YAS) between July 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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