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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 3,201 cc

M3 PXWMOT history

M3 PXW is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 10 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 130,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

M3 PXW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
130,337 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M3 PXW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M3 PXW was last recorded at 130,337 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,227 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
110 miles
Average per year
2,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,337 miles
  • 2025 – 130,227 miles
  • 2024 – 129,845 miles
  • 2023 – 129,454 miles
  • 2021 – 127,468 miles
  • 2020 – 127,205 miles
  • 2019 – 126,480 miles
  • 2017 – 126,026 miles
  • 2016 – 123,376 miles
  • 2015 – 122,095 miles
  • 2014 – 121,906 miles
  • 2013 – 121,583 miles
  • 2009 – 117,204 miles
  • 2008 – 108,179 miles
  • 2007 – 94,032 miles
  • 2006 – 85,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,337 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,337 miles (+110)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    130,337 miles
    Test number
    145659601845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass130,227 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    130,227 miles
    Test number
    771451237986
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail130,227 miles (+382)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,227 miles
    Test number
    395202168886
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass129,845 miles (+391)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    129,845 miles
    Test number
    194149630098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,454 miles (+1,986)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    129,454 miles
    Test number
    676151222383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass127,468 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    127,468 miles
    Test number
    566252781765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,205 miles (+725)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    127,205 miles
    Test number
    813124820144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,480 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,480 miles
    Test number
    306654517586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail126,479 miles (+453)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,479 miles
    Test number
    214925899331
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass126,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    126,026 miles
    Test number
    610638978534
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak differential
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail126,026 miles (+2,650)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,026 miles
    Test number
    214754516609
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak differential
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass123,376 miles (+1,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    123,376 miles
    Test number
    817221669343
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass122,095 miles (+60)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    122,095 miles
    Test number
    416531765127
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  14. Fail122,035 miles (+129)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,035 miles
    Test number
    645114855148
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  15. Pass121,906 miles (+323)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    121,906 miles
    Test number
    356420464190
    • NoteFront n/s anti-roll bar link rubber boot split
    • NoteN/s rubber jacking points missing
    • NotePlastic undertray damaged

  16. Pass121,583 miles (+4,379)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    121,583 miles
    Test number
    478192663129
    • NoteBonnet ramp worn
    • NoteFront to rear offside main brake pipe corroded
    • NoteOffside headlamp washer jet not working
    • NotePlastic under tray damaged
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  17. Fail117,204 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,204 miles
    Test number
    271744979415
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake fluid level at min
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  18. Pass117,204 miles (+9,025)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    117,204 miles
    Test number
    281554479470
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake fluid level at min
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  19. Pass108,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    108,179 miles
    Test number
    281304388447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail108,179 miles (+14,147)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,179 miles
    Test number
    403694188197
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass94,032 miles (+8,792)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    94,032 miles
    Test number
    714377377114
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront exhaust slightley loose
    • NoteNearside front rollbar link lower ball joint boot split

  22. Pass85,240 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    85,240 miles
    Test number
    493520556157
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about M3 PXW

Does M3 PXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M3 PXW is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on M3 PXW?
The MOT on M3 PXW is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M3 PXW done?
M3 PXW was recorded at 130,337 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 2,270 miles a year.
Has M3 PXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M3 PXW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on M3 PXW 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 PXW find?
M3 PXW passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking, and 3 more.

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