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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 3,246 cc

FXS 3MOT history

FXS 3 is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 62,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

FXS 3 black 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 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
62,324 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FXS 3
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

FXS 3 was last recorded at 62,324 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 348 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,976 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
348 miles
Average per year
2,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,324 miles
  • 2025 – 61,976 miles
  • 2024 – 61,896 miles
  • 2023 – 61,241 miles
  • 2022 – 60,288 miles
  • 2021 – 58,623 miles
  • 2020 – 57,230 miles
  • 2019 – 55,247 miles
  • 2018 – 51,795 miles
  • 2017 – 48,542 miles
  • 2016 – 44,366 miles
  • 2015 – 41,400 miles
  • 2014 – 38,627 miles
  • 2013 – 35,476 miles
  • 2012 – 33,509 miles
  • 2011 – 29,930 miles
  • 2010 – 26,430 miles
  • 2009 – 22,932 miles
  • 2008 – 17,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,324 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust clamps broken but still secure (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,324 miles (+348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    62,324 miles
    Test number
    994541671314
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust clamps broken but still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass61,976 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    61,976 miles
    Test number
    825456722528
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning on dash but plenty of life in pads
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust clamp broken but still secure
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear underside of car has corrosion

  3. Fail61,959 miles (+63)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,959 miles
    Test number
    261412266422
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning on dash but plenty of life in pads
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust clamp broken but still secure
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear underside of car has corrosion

  4. Pass61,896 miles (+655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    61,896 miles
    Test number
    607798405806
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear underbody brace heavily corroded and split

  5. Pass61,241 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    61,241 miles
    Test number
    341628927372
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Light smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front too rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm on outer shoulder & wearing on shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened light corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre outer shoulder wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail61,241 miles (+953)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,241 miles
    Test number
    398391953589
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inn at hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inn at hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Headlamp levelling device inoperative Sensor rod siezed (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Slight smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front too rear brake pipe corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm & outer shoulder worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Light corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre outer shoulder worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass60,288 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    60,288 miles
    Test number
    262150947125
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective clamps joining centre section to backbox deteriorated/missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody bracing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror glass deteriorated

  8. Fail60,288 miles (+1,665)1 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,288 miles
    Test number
    766398954814
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective clamps joining centre section to backbox deteriorated/missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody bracing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror glass deteriorated

  9. Pass58,623 miles (+1,393)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    58,623 miles
    Test number
    478017621152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass57,230 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    57,230 miles
    Test number
    745569790257
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear silencer clamp corroded but still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail57,230 miles (+1,983)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,230 miles
    Test number
    303171491634
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear silencer clamp corroded but still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass55,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    55,247 miles
    Test number
    336808640163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,247 miles (+3,452)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,247 miles
    Test number
    945125989859
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in centre of tyre & wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm in centre of tyre & wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass51,795 miles (+3,253)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    51,795 miles
    Test number
    216280835733
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear clamps excessively corroded but secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront slight smearing wipers
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass48,542 miles (+4,176)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    48,542 miles
    Test number
    418640971879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,366 miles (+2,966)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,366 miles
    Test number
    126394203808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted covering components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering components

  17. Pass41,400 miles (+2,773)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,400 miles
    Test number
    319938485194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass38,627 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    38,627 miles
    Test number
    585321884161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCrack in front no plate
    • NoteRear exhaust box to pipes clamps heavey corroded and split on one clamp exhaust still scure

  19. Fail38,627 miles (+3,151)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,627 miles
    Test number
    246968474156
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCrack in front no plate
    • NoteRear exhaust box to pipes clamps heavey corroded and split on one clamp exhaust still scure

  20. Pass35,476 miles (+1,967)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,476 miles
    Test number
    239017573409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass33,509 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,509 miles
    Test number
    695484472111
    • NoteExhaust conection flange split at rer muffler

  22. Fail33,507 miles (+3,577)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,507 miles
    Test number
    998434972186
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust conection flange split at rer muffler

  23. Pass29,930 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,930 miles
    Test number
    147143571131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,929 miles (+3,499)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,929 miles
    Test number
    155622071119
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass26,430 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    26,430 miles
    Test number
    254902070449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S/F Fog lamp lense broken

  26. Fail26,430 miles (+3,498)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,430 miles
    Test number
    881302270180
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S/F Fog lamp lense broken

  27. Pass22,932 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,932 miles
    Test number
    230493569113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsf osf tyres cracking on tread

  28. Fail22,931 miles (+5,198)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,931 miles
    Test number
    370983669182
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsf osf tyres cracking on tread

  29. Pass17,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    17,733 miles
    Test number
    262430378412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FXS 3

What vehicle is registration FXS 3 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FXS 3 on a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 28 Jun 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does FXS 3 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FXS 3 is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on FXS 3?
The MOT on FXS 3 is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FXS 3 done?
FXS 3 was recorded at 62,324 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 2,465 miles a year.
Has FXS 3 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FXS 3 has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on FXS 3 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 FXS 3 find?
FXS 3 passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamps broken but still secure; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components.

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