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BMW M3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 3,246 cc

M3 PFVMOT history

M3 PFV is a grey petrol BMW M3 first used on 11 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 95,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

M3 PFV grey 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 19 May 2027
Mileage
95,547 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M3 PFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M3 PFV was last recorded at 95,547 miles on 5 May 2026, 994 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,553 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
994 miles
Average per year
3,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,547 miles
  • 2025 – 94,553 miles
  • 2024 – 93,737 miles
  • 2022 – 92,415 miles
  • 2021 – 86,324 miles
  • 2020 – 84,052 miles
  • 2019 – 78,107 miles
  • 2018 – 70,193 miles
  • 2017 – 65,270 miles
  • 2016 – 61,178 miles
  • 2015 – 56,908 miles
  • 2014 – 54,464 miles
  • 2013 – 53,212 miles
  • 2012 – 50,444 miles
  • 2011 – 49,080 miles
  • 2010 – 41,714 miles
  • 2009 – 32,028 miles
  • 2008 – 25,399 miles
  • 2007 – 19,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,547 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    95,547 miles
    Test number
    820780477762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail95,547 miles (+994)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,547 miles
    Test number
    990744540925
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass94,553 miles (+816)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    94,553 miles
    Test number
    838228722824
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass93,737 miles (+1,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    93,737 miles
    Test number
    949215987758
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass92,415 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    92,415 miles
    Test number
    633861394380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail92,413 miles (+6,089)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,413 miles
    Test number
    203101048119
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass86,324 miles (+2,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    86,324 miles
    Test number
    844650712544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass84,052 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,052 miles
    Test number
    525001125782
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail84,051 miles (+5,944)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,051 miles
    Test number
    818567320095
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass78,107 miles (+7,914)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,107 miles
    Test number
    697650413577
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box. both exhaust clamps corroded and snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass70,193 miles (+4,923)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,193 miles
    Test number
    790486233871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,270 miles (+4,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,270 miles
    Test number
    282272313011
    • 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)

  13. Pass61,178 miles (+4,270)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,178 miles
    Test number
    651414892426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,908 miles (+2,444)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    56,908 miles
    Test number
    575149015133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,464 miles (+1,252)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    54,464 miles
    Test number
    265608114409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,212 miles (+2,768)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,212 miles
    Test number
    598549213145
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  17. Pass50,444 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,444 miles
    Test number
    349514222103
    • NoteWear to edges of front tyres

  18. Fail50,444 miles (+1,364)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,444 miles
    Test number
    326852422196
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteWear to edges of front tyres

  19. Pass49,080 miles (+7,366)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    49,080 miles
    Test number
    647514401086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,714 miles (+9,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    41,714 miles
    Test number
    231255700049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass32,028 miles (+6,629)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,028 miles
    Test number
    373553929048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,399 miles (+5,770)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,399 miles
    Test number
    501885928008
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine top cover fitted.
    • NoteFull engine tray fitted.

  23. Pass19,629 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,629 miles
    Test number
    450456547019
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about M3 PFV

Does M3 PFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M3 PFV is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on M3 PFV?
The MOT on M3 PFV is valid until 19 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 PFV done?
M3 PFV was recorded at 95,547 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 3,951 miles a year.
Has M3 PFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M3 PFV has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on M3 PFV 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 PFV find?
M3 PFV passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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