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BMW M3

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 3,999 cc

F3 BTGMOT history

F3 BTG is a silver petrol BMW M3 first used on 8 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 198,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

F3 BTG silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
198,999 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2020
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
17,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 BTG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
8 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 BTG was last recorded at 198,999 miles on 15 Dec 2020, 4,132 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,867 miles · 23 May 2019
Between the last two tests
4,132 miles
Average per year
17,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 198,999 miles
  • 2019 – 194,867 miles
  • 2018 – 171,038 miles
  • 2017 – 150,143 miles
  • 2016 – 127,898 miles
  • 2015 – 103,768 miles
  • 2014 – 78,691 miles
  • 2013 – 53,849 miles
  • 2012 – 31,709 miles
  • 2011 – 21,721 miles
  • 2010 – 13,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 265/35/19

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

15 tests since 14 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    764539109635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass198,999 miles (+4,132)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    198,999 miles
    Test number
    890600266405
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing All rear seatbelts missing
  3. Pass194,867 miles (+23,829)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    194,867 miles
    Test number
    247287102535
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass171,038 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    171,038 miles
    Test number
    902279526204
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 265/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail171,038 miles (+20,895)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,038 miles
    Test number
    649076313593
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 265/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass150,143 miles (+22,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    150,143 miles
    Test number
    236762762166
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smear
  7. Pass127,898 miles (+24,130)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    127,898 miles
    Test number
    551245018065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,768 miles (+25,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,768 miles
    Test number
    405488535196
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  9. Pass78,691 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    78,691 miles
    Test number
    179499034114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  10. Fail78,691 miles (+24,842)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,691 miles
    Test number
    589699634111
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass53,849 miles (+22,140)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,849 miles
    Test number
    499905543141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  12. Pass31,709 miles (+297)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    31,709 miles
    Test number
    279465242168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail31,412 miles (+9,691)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,412 miles
    Test number
    285309022425
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wear edge of treads 245/35zr19y
  14. Pass21,721 miles (+8,459)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    21,721 miles
    Test number
    425055311114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass13,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    13,262 miles
    Test number
    370104200159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 BTG

Does F3 BTG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 BTG is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 BTG?
The MOT on F3 BTG is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 BTG done?
F3 BTG was recorded at 198,999 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2020, an average of 17,404 miles a year.
Has F3 BTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 BTG has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2018.
Has the mileage on F3 BTG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on F3 BTG find?
F3 BTG passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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