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BMW M3

Yellow · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc

M3 PYVMOT history

M3 PYV is a yellow petrol BMW M3 first used on 19 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 107,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

M3 PYV yellow BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
107,699 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M3 PYV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M3 PYV was last recorded at 107,699 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,691 miles · 10 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,699 miles
  • 2025 – 106,944 miles
  • 2024 – 105,831 miles
  • 2023 – 105,723 miles
  • 2022 – 105,668 miles
  • 2021 – 105,187 miles
  • 2020 – 104,881 miles
  • 2018 – 103,526 miles
  • 2017 – 102,156 miles
  • 2016 – 101,616 miles
  • 2015 – 91,238 miles
  • 2014 – 86,838 miles
  • 2013 – 79,216 miles
  • 2012 – 72,567 miles
  • 2011 – 67,804 miles
  • 2010 – 62,725 miles
  • 2008 – 53,622 miles
  • 2007 – 47,349 miles
  • 2006 – 38,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,699 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive damp around bottom of gearbox (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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,699 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    107,699 miles
    Test number
    101916730374
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive damp around bottom of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail107,691 miles (+32)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,691 miles
    Test number
    540613654013
    • DangerousProp shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass107,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    107,659 miles
    Test number
    787894618884
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Damp around rear diff pinion area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail107,659 miles (+715)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,659 miles
    Test number
    340242365481
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Damp around rear diff pinion area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass106,944 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,944 miles
    Test number
    428714266660
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Fail106,919 miles (+1,088)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,919 miles
    Test number
    456053760312
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass105,831 miles (+108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    105,831 miles
    Test number
    789820308544
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR AT REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass105,723 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    105,723 miles
    Test number
    321250228737
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass105,668 miles (+481)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,668 miles
    Test number
    217576520661
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass105,187 miles (+306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,187 miles
    Test number
    608629432343
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass104,881 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    104,881 miles
    Test number
    229239773833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,854 miles (+1,328)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,854 miles
    Test number
    384520891671
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass103,526 miles (+1,370)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    103,526 miles
    Test number
    256532934344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,156 miles (+540)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    102,156 miles
    Test number
    607469207656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,616 miles (+10,378)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,616 miles
    Test number
    708649702283
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced not working (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass91,238 miles (+4,400)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,238 miles
    Test number
    187913875148
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear tyres tread low

  17. Pass86,838 miles (+15)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    86,838 miles
    Test number
    726038664109
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise exhaust corroded

  18. Fail86,823 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,823 miles
    Test number
    136667864188
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside washer jet poor

  19. Fail86,823 miles (+7,607)2 failures1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,823 miles
    Test number
    379607464107
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise exhaust corroded

  20. Pass79,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,216 miles
    Test number
    758729663148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail79,216 miles (+6,649)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,216 miles
    Test number
    808859963105
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass72,567 miles (+4,763)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,567 miles
    Test number
    676645762120
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass67,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,804 miles
    Test number
    275623471111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail67,804 miles (+5,079)6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,804 miles
    Test number
    799683371159
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

  25. Pass62,725 miles (+9,103)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,725 miles
    Test number
    690787990041
    • NoteBelly pans fitted to engine bay unable to inspect properly
    • NotePlastic trims fitted to sills unable to inspect properly

  26. Pass53,622 miles (+6,273)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    53,622 miles
    Test number
    521140928325
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass47,349 miles (+9,142)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    47,349 miles
    Test number
    120313017330
    • NoteO/s/f inner track rod ball joint slightly worn.

  28. Pass38,207 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    38,207 miles
    Test number
    220561526357
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to wear on edges

Questions about M3 PYV

Does M3 PYV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M3 PYV is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on M3 PYV?
The MOT on M3 PYV is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M3 PYV done?
M3 PYV was recorded at 107,699 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 3,498 miles a year.
Has M3 PYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M3 PYV has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on M3 PYV 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 PYV find?
M3 PYV passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive damp around bottom of gearbox.

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