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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

M3 PWYMOT history

M3 PWY is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 24 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 130,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2022.

M3 PWY 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 2 Feb 2023
Mileage
130,939 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M3 PWY
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
24 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

M3 PWY was last recorded at 130,939 miles on 2 Feb 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,939 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,939 miles
  • 2021 – 121,287 miles
  • 2020 – 116,020 miles
  • 2019 – 108,043 miles
  • 2018 – 98,334 miles
  • 2016 – 88,978 miles
  • 2015 – 87,463 miles
  • 2014 – 84,071 miles
  • 2013 – 79,953 miles
  • 2012 – 75,243 miles
  • 2011 – 70,970 miles
  • 2010 – 67,151 miles
  • 2009 – 60,406 miles
  • 2008 – 52,280 miles
  • 2007 – 43,771 miles
  • 2006 – 35,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,939 miles
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,939 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    130,939 miles
    Test number
    552141332684
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  2. Fail130,939 miles (+9,652)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,939 miles
    Test number
    958316060820
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  3. Pass121,287 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    121,287 miles
    Test number
    770340189421
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail121,287 miles (+5,267)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,287 miles
    Test number
    247367094428
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass116,020 miles (+7,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,020 miles
    Test number
    575485859248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass108,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    108,043 miles
    Test number
    177881161844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail108,043 miles (+9,709)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,043 miles
    Test number
    988307647697
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass98,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    98,334 miles
    Test number
    179792331152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,334 miles (+9,356)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,334 miles
    Test number
    794026834102
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

  10. Pass88,978 miles (+795)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    88,978 miles
    Test number
    234197771676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,183 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    88,183 miles
    Test number
    458221724306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail88,183 miles (+720)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,183 miles
    Test number
    150239862114
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass87,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    87,463 miles
    Test number
    426164155077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail87,463 miles (+3,392)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,463 miles
    Test number
    115882245011
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust joint corroded

  15. Pass84,071 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,071 miles
    Test number
    427199654021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust joint corroded

  16. Fail84,071 miles (+4,118)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,071 miles
    Test number
    679921754097
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust joint corroded

  17. Pass79,953 miles (+4,710)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    79,953 miles
    Test number
    668034053070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass75,243 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,243 miles
    Test number
    359426052002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail75,158 miles (+4,188)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,158 miles
    Test number
    698199242040
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass70,970 miles (+3,819)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    70,970 miles
    Test number
    228789021078
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edge
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack

  21. Pass67,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    67,151 miles
    Test number
    721409340051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail67,151 miles (+6,745)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,151 miles
    Test number
    921328640083
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass60,406 miles (+8,126)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    60,406 miles
    Test number
    164154149485
    • NoteRear pads low

  24. Pass52,280 miles (+8,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    52,280 miles
    Test number
    163802238081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass43,771 miles (+8,183)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,771 miles
    Test number
    942564057048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,588 miles
    Test number
    702992556012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M3 PWY

Does M3 PWY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M3 PWY expired on 2 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M3 PWY?
The MOT on M3 PWY expired on 2 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M3 PWY done?
M3 PWY was recorded at 130,939 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2022, an average of 5,979 miles a year.
Has M3 PWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M3 PWY has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on M3 PWY 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 PWY find?
M3 PWY passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking; engine oil leak.

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