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BMW M3

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 2,990 cc

M3 PCXMOT history

M3 PCX is a silver petrol BMW M3 first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 159,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
159,366 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M3 PCX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M3 PCX was last recorded at 159,366 miles on 6 May 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,306 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
1,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,366 miles
  • 2025 – 159,306 miles
  • 2023 – 159,298 miles
  • 2014 – 159,279 miles
  • 2012 – 159,024 miles
  • 2011 – 158,023 miles
  • 2010 – 156,132 miles
  • 2009 – 153,015 miles
  • 2008 – 149,592 miles
  • 2007 – 145,622 miles
  • 2006 – 141,119 miles
  • 2005 – 133,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,366 miles

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

14 tests since 27 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,366 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    159,366 miles
    Test number
    153366458791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass159,306 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    159,306 miles
    Test number
    878807533782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass159,298 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    159,298 miles
    Test number
    761070980042
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass159,279 miles (+255)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    159,279 miles
    Test number
    475354614401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass159,024 miles (+1,001)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    159,024 miles
    Test number
    588765352382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteSlight play in offside of steering rack

  6. Fail158,023 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,023 miles
    Test number
    446904251359
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteSlight play in offside of steering rack

  7. Pass158,023 miles (+1,891)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    158,023 miles
    Test number
    726804051366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteSlight play in offside of steering rack

  8. Pass156,132 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    156,132 miles
    Test number
    231912240309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside and offside front inner wheelarches showing signs of corrosion

  9. Fail156,132 miles (+3,117)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,132 miles
    Test number
    831082540384
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside and offside front inner wheelarches showing signs of corrosion

  10. Pass153,015 miles (+3,423)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    153,015 miles
    Test number
    221862429398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass149,592 miles (+3,970)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    149,592 miles
    Test number
    532348048324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass145,622 miles (+4,503)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    145,622 miles
    Test number
    274375837341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass141,119 miles (+7,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    141,119 miles
    Test number
    152920856330
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass133,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    133,322 miles
    Test number
    380420105357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M3 PCX

Does M3 PCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M3 PCX is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on M3 PCX?
The MOT on M3 PCX is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M3 PCX done?
M3 PCX was recorded at 159,366 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 1,269 miles a year.
Has M3 PCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M3 PCX has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2011.
Has the mileage on M3 PCX 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 M3 PCX find?
M3 PCX passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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