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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

M3 PLXMOT history

M3 PLX is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 3 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 94,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2025.

M3 PLX blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2026
Mileage
94,746 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M3 PLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M3 PLX was last recorded at 94,746 miles on 21 Jun 2025, 1,145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,601 miles · 5 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
1,145 miles
Average per year
3,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,746 miles
  • 2021 – 93,601 miles
  • 2020 – 92,257 miles
  • 2018 – 87,555 miles
  • 2017 – 81,350 miles
  • 2016 – 77,266 miles
  • 2015 – 74,145 miles
  • 2014 – 68,974 miles
  • 2013 – 67,496 miles
  • 2012 – 67,076 miles
  • 2011 – 65,042 miles
  • 2010 – 61,273 miles
  • 2009 – 55,536 miles
  • 2008 – 45,269 miles
  • 2007 – 36,881 miles
  • 2006 – 29,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,746 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.

  • Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,746 miles (+1,145)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    94,746 miles
    Test number
    146882591143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass93,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    93,601 miles
    Test number
    812868422799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail93,601 miles (+1,344)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,601 miles
    Test number
    343071512196
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass92,257 miles (+4,702)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    92,257 miles
    Test number
    430008198548
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes affected (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass87,555 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,555 miles
    Test number
    242815147594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail87,553 miles (+6,203)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,553 miles
    Test number
    544549328145
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass81,350 miles (+4,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    81,350 miles
    Test number
    963727462859
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror slightly loose

  8. Pass77,266 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    77,266 miles
    Test number
    592356825324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,265 miles (+3,120)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,265 miles
    Test number
    763586911019
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass74,145 miles (+5,171)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,145 miles
    Test number
    805300695132
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake piping has been coated.

  11. Pass68,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,974 miles
    Test number
    607001274164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,974 miles (+747)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,974 miles
    Test number
    155989764101
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass68,227 miles (+731)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    68,227 miles
    Test number
    898408844135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,496 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    67,496 miles
    Test number
    997004793194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,076 miles (+2,034)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    67,076 miles
    Test number
    729316882161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHeadlight auto level unit on offside lower suspension arm disconected ,alignment check ok

  16. Pass65,042 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    65,042 miles
    Test number
    737393981127
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer flanges heavily corroded

  17. Fail65,042 miles (+443)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,042 miles
    Test number
    216921481190
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer flanges heavily corroded

  18. Fail64,599 miles (+3,326)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,599 miles
    Test number
    679468161138
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass61,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,273 miles
    Test number
    724441180137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,273 miles (+5,737)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,273 miles
    Test number
    253731280135
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass55,536 miles (+10,267)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    55,536 miles
    Test number
    233864839477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,269 miles (+8,388)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    45,269 miles
    Test number
    512487058057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,881 miles (+7,260)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,881 miles
    Test number
    874090487078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    29,621 miles
    Test number
    951248946240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail29,616 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,616 miles
    Test number
    824538146236
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Questions about M3 PLX

Does M3 PLX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M3 PLX expired on 20 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M3 PLX?
The MOT on M3 PLX expired on 20 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M3 PLX done?
M3 PLX was recorded at 94,746 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2025, an average of 3,466 miles a year.
Has M3 PLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M3 PLX has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2021.
Has the mileage on M3 PLX 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 PLX find?
M3 PLX passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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