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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 3,246 cc

P3 TUFMOT history

P3 TUF is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 18 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 90,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

P3 TUF blue 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 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
90,193 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P3 TUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P3 TUF was last recorded at 90,193 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 1,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,102 miles · 21 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
1,091 miles
Average per year
2,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,193 miles
  • 2022 – 89,102 miles
  • 2020 – 88,358 miles
  • 2019 – 88,321 miles
  • 2016 – 87,612 miles
  • 2015 – 82,792 miles
  • 2014 – 76,668 miles
  • 2013 – 68,261 miles
  • 2012 – 64,524 miles
  • 2011 – 62,143 miles
  • 2010 – 56,644 miles
  • 2009 – 49,644 miles
  • 2008 – 49,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,193 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres also perished (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryAll discs corroded

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.

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,193 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    90,193 miles
    Test number
    451043121968
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll discs corroded

  2. Fail90,193 miles (+1,091)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,193 miles
    Test number
    860022173696
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll discs corroded

  3. Pass89,102 miles (+744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    89,102 miles
    Test number
    362532004225
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass88,358 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    88,358 miles
    Test number
    875250074848
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail88,357 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,357 miles
    Test number
    152598004138
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail88,357 miles (+36)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,357 miles
    Test number
    632038702005
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,321 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,321 miles
    Test number
    122064403581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,293 miles (+681)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,293 miles
    Test number
    318584753828
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  9. Pass87,612 miles (+4,820)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    87,612 miles
    Test number
    314479367912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,792 miles (+6,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,792 miles
    Test number
    715395755180
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass76,668 miles (+8,407)2 dangerous2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,668 miles
    Test number
    137692904483
    • DangerousNearside front tyre badly scrubbed off on inner edge
    • DangerousOffside front tyre badly scrubbed off on inner edge
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc slightly corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust and middle pipe exhaust clamps broken but exhaust still secure
    • NoteSlight lip on nearside front brake disc
    • NoteSlight lip on offside front brake disc

  12. Pass68,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    68,261 miles
    Test number
    568141113046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,261 miles (+3,737)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    68,261 miles
    Test number
    568400013047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,524 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,524 miles
    Test number
    906359572183
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust clamp at rear cracked but not blowing.

  15. Fail64,521 miles (+2,378)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,521 miles
    Test number
    925210562161
    • FailureHeadlamp 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
    • NoteExhaust clamp at rear cracked(not blowing)

  16. Pass62,143 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,143 miles
    Test number
    515374881042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,644 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,644 miles
    Test number
    344728880084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,643 miles (+6,999)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,643 miles
    Test number
    171555480462
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass49,644 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,644 miles
    Test number
    431192109013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,591 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,591 miles
    Test number
    480275168458
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about P3 TUF

Does P3 TUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P3 TUF is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on P3 TUF?
The MOT on P3 TUF is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P3 TUF done?
P3 TUF was recorded at 90,193 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 2,292 miles a year.
Has P3 TUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P3 TUF has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on P3 TUF 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 P3 TUF find?
P3 TUF passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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