2003 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · YV03 XUM
2003 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 21 Jul 2003. Recorded mileage 130,115 miles. MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,115 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
YV03 XUM Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 13/10/2026
- 130,115 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YV03 XUM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW M3 (YV03 XUM) between May 2006 and October 2026.
The record contains 20 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 13 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (20 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)”; “Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.
YV03 XUM Mileage History
- 08/05/200632,647 mi
- 18/06/200745,233 mi+12,586 mi
- 18/06/200850,808 mi+5,575 mi
- 05/06/200955,679 mi+4,871 mi
- 09/06/200955,679 mi
- 21/04/201058,426 mi+2,747 mi
- 23/04/201058,448 mi+22 mi
- 25/05/201171,878 mi+13,430 mi
- 25/05/201171,878 mi
- 29/06/201279,729 mi+7,851 mi
- 25/10/201384,017 mi+4,288 mi
- 01/11/201384,017 mi
- 13/10/201492,257 mi+8,240 mi
- 02/10/2015101,810 mi+9,553 mi
- 23/09/2016111,573 mi+9,763 mi
- 11/10/2017121,361 mi+9,788 mi
- 29/03/2019123,826 mi+2,465 mi
- 09/06/2020126,831 mi+3,005 mi
- 28/06/2021127,473 mi+642 mi
- 28/06/2022128,552 mi+1,079 mi
- 29/06/2023128,957 mi+405 mi
- 03/07/2024129,464 mi+507 mi
- 09/09/2025129,907 mi+443 mi
- 13/10/2026130,115 mi+208 mi
Average of roughly 4,770 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW M3
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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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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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- 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 CrackingSerious
The rear floor can crack around the subframe mounts on hard-driven cars, especially E46 M3s. Proper reinforcement is the lasting fix.
- Rod Bearing WearSerious
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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