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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

M3 PYWMOT history

M3 PYW is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 9 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 172,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2026.

M3 PYW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 May 2027
Mileage
172,230 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M3 PYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M3 PYW was last recorded at 172,230 miles on 24 May 2026, 854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,376 miles · 13 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
854 miles
Average per year
5,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,230 miles
  • 2025 – 171,376 miles
  • 2024 – 167,232 miles
  • 2022 – 167,017 miles
  • 2021 – 164,536 miles
  • 2020 – 162,500 miles
  • 2019 – 158,359 miles
  • 2018 – 152,663 miles
  • 2017 – 150,324 miles
  • 2016 – 148,038 miles
  • 2015 – 144,164 miles
  • 2014 – 138,503 miles
  • 2013 – 127,790 miles
  • 2012 – 118,841 miles
  • 2011 – 110,815 miles
  • 2010 – 104,099 miles
  • 2009 – 89,138 miles
  • 2008 – 66,913 miles
  • 2007 – 64,270 miles
  • 2006 – 57,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,230 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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,230 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2027
    Odometer
    172,230 miles
    Test number
    410319100982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass171,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    171,376 miles
    Test number
    515198382132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail171,376 miles (+4,144)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,376 miles
    Test number
    420435274313
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass167,232 miles (+215)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    167,232 miles
    Test number
    726622207239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass167,017 miles (+2,481)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    167,017 miles
    Test number
    250115853497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass164,536 miles (+2,036)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    164,536 miles
    Test number
    775646525801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass162,500 miles (+4,141)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    162,500 miles
    Test number
    647531538361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass158,359 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    158,359 miles
    Test number
    739860149427
    • AdvisoryNon standard seats and seat belts fitted

  9. Fail158,359 miles (+5,696)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,359 miles
    Test number
    183457694263
    • Repaired at testExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon standard seats and seat belts fitted

  10. Pass152,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    152,663 miles
    Test number
    454539420134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail152,663 miles (+2,339)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,663 miles
    Test number
    538527706504
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass150,324 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    150,324 miles
    Test number
    210283197728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass148,038 miles (+3,874)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    148,038 miles
    Test number
    834298618487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass144,164 miles (+5,661)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    144,164 miles
    Test number
    498702955049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass138,503 miles (+10,713)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    138,503 miles
    Test number
    526362744090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass127,790 miles (+8,949)7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    127,790 miles
    Test number
    198899233000
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCorrosion to rear metal brake pipes
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass118,841 miles (+201)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    118,841 miles
    Test number
    476803022086
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront yaw sensor bracket broken
    • NoteRear exhaust joint flange cracked

  18. Fail118,640 miles (+7,825)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,640 miles
    Test number
    667401722087
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront yaw sensor bracket broken
    • NoteRear exhaust joint flange cracked

  19. Pass110,815 miles (+29)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    110,815 miles
    Test number
    526105741098
    • NoteAdvise b/pad warning light on
    • NoteAdvise o/s steering arm inner joint showing signs of fatigue
    • NoteAdvise rear indicators showing signs of white light
    • NoteAdvise rear top shock absorber bushes showing signs of fatigue
    • NoteAdvise rear tyre treads low
    • NoteAdvise tyre pressure warning light on or wheel sensor fault

  20. Fail110,786 miles (+6,687)2 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,786 miles
    Test number
    637772841096
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteAdvise b/pad warning light on
    • NoteAdvise o/s steering arm inner joint showing signs of fatigue
    • NoteAdvise rear indicators showing signs of white light
    • NoteAdvise rear top shock absorber bushes showing signs of fatigue
    • NoteAdvise rear tyre treads low
    • NoteAdvise tyre pressure warning light on or wheel sensor fault

  21. Pass104,099 miles (+14,961)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    104,099 miles
    Test number
    314870630064
    • 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)
    • NoteO/S/F fog lamp cracked, but secure

  22. Fail89,138 miles4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,138 miles
    Test number
    134114949451
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn to 3mm

  23. Pass89,138 miles (+22,225)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    89,138 miles
    Test number
    754454949025
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn to 3mm

  24. Pass66,913 miles (+2,643)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    66,913 miles
    Test number
    592985448059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,270 miles (+7,013)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,270 miles
    Test number
    574607587034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass57,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    57,257 miles
    Test number
    851471696188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M3 PYW

Does M3 PYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M3 PYW is valid until 23 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on M3 PYW?
The MOT on M3 PYW is valid until 23 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 PYW done?
M3 PYW was recorded at 172,230 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2026, an average of 5,786 miles a year.
Has M3 PYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M3 PYW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on M3 PYW 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 PYW find?
M3 PYW passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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