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BMW M3

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

M4 KVTMOT history

M4 KVT is a silver petrol BMW M3 first used on 31 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 88,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2026.

M4 KVT silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
88,142 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,316 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M4 KVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M4 KVT was last recorded at 88,142 miles on 18 Jul 2026, 2,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,240 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,902 miles
Average per year
3,316 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,142 miles
  • 2025 – 85,240 miles
  • 2024 – 83,038 miles
  • 2023 – 81,572 miles
  • 2022 – 80,741 miles
  • 2021 – 79,172 miles
  • 2020 – 74,408 miles
  • 2019 – 73,036 miles
  • 2018 – 72,204 miles
  • 2017 – 70,510 miles
  • 2016 – 65,673 miles
  • 2015 – 65,252 miles
  • 2014 – 62,748 miles
  • 2012 – 54,937 miles
  • 2011 – 50,161 miles
  • 2010 – 48,207 miles
  • 2009 – 45,748 miles
  • 2008 – 36,400 miles
  • 2007 – 25,170 miles
  • 2006 – 21,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,142 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Full undertrays fitted certain components cant be tested

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,142 miles (+2,902)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    88,142 miles
    Test number
    157041215464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass85,240 miles (+2,202)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    85,240 miles
    Test number
    522003491828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass83,038 miles (+1,466)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    83,038 miles
    Test number
    427941397556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,572 miles (+831)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    81,572 miles
    Test number
    356031135230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,741 miles (+1,569)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    80,741 miles
    Test number
    466988971307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,172 miles (+4,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    79,172 miles
    Test number
    231380649417
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass74,408 miles (+1,372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    74,408 miles
    Test number
    284519611339
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass73,036 miles (+832)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    73,036 miles
    Test number
    328705799121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,204 miles (+1,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,204 miles
    Test number
    713101299900
    • 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)

  10. Pass70,510 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,510 miles
    Test number
    413724794764
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFull undertrays fitted certain components cant be tested

  11. Fail70,493 miles (+4,820)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,493 miles
    Test number
    567207827787
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFull undertrays fitted certain components cant be tested

  12. Pass65,673 miles (+421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    65,673 miles
    Test number
    959095466490
    • AdvisoryPLAY IN O/S FRONT INNER STEERING RACK JOINT

  13. Pass65,252 miles (+2,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,252 miles
    Test number
    198409665062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  14. Pass62,748 miles4 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,748 miles
    Test number
    357314704172
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake 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
    • NoteBonnet release stiff
    • NoteBoth front tyres inner shoulders worn smooth 235/35/19
    • NoteBoth rear tyres outer sidewalls showing signs of scrubbing if vehicle loaded 265/30/19
    • NoteBoth rear wheels have minimal bind for a short period after park brake release
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on, new pads fitted, wear wire missing
    • NoteNearside rear metal brake pipe corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner shoulder worn smooth and deteriated replace soon 265/30/19
    • NoteOffside front tyre has chunks taken from outer sidewall

  15. Fail62,748 miles (+124)1 repaired4 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,748 miles
    Test number
    707474404140
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake 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
    • NoteBonnet release stiff
    • NoteBoth front tyres inner shoulders worn smooth 235/35/19
    • NoteBoth rear tyres outer sidewalls showing signs of scrubbing if vehicle loaded 265/30/19
    • NoteBoth rear wheels have minimal bind for a short period after park brake release
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on, new pads fitted, wear wire missing
    • NoteNearside rear metal brake pipe corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner shoulder worn smooth and deteriated replace soon 265/30/19
    • NoteOffside front tyre has chunks taken from outer sidewall

  16. Fail62,624 miles (+7,687)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,624 miles
    Test number
    177802694404
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvise condition of rear brakes discs face not true
    • NoteAdvise front brake discs wearing thin on legal limit.
    • NoteAdvise uneven wear on both front tyres plus close to legal limit.

  17. Pass54,937 miles (+228)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    54,937 miles
    Test number
    415721022495
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing

  18. Fail54,709 miles (+4,548)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,709 miles
    Test number
    346124112354
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing

  19. Pass50,161 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    50,161 miles
    Test number
    869959931359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,073 miles (+1,866)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,073 miles
    Test number
    805205431325
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass48,207 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    48,207 miles
    Test number
    434074110488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,748 miles (+9,348)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    45,748 miles
    Test number
    172522639294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,400 miles (+11,230)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    36,400 miles
    Test number
    214494838294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,170 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,170 miles
    Test number
    933721917224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,777 miles
    Test number
    824354396149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M4 KVT

Does M4 KVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M4 KVT is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on M4 KVT?
The MOT on M4 KVT is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M4 KVT done?
M4 KVT was recorded at 88,142 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2026, an average of 3,316 miles a year.
Has M4 KVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M4 KVT has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on M4 KVT 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 M4 KVT find?
M4 KVT passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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