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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

PDE 1MOT history

PDE 1 is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 5 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 58,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

PDE 1 black 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 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
58,718 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PDE 1
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

PDE 1 was last recorded at 58,718 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 1,654 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,064 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,654 miles
Average per year
1,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 58,718 miles
  • 2024 – 57,064 miles
  • 2023 – 55,570 miles
  • 2022 – 53,669 miles
  • 2021 – 52,010 miles
  • 2020 – 50,540 miles
  • 2019 – 49,147 miles
  • 2018 – 47,427 miles
  • 2017 – 45,821 miles
  • 2016 – 44,538 miles
  • 2015 – 43,478 miles
  • 2014 – 42,607 miles
  • 2013 – 41,043 miles
  • 2012 – 39,515 miles
  • 2011 – 37,789 miles
  • 2010 – 35,963 miles
  • 2009 – 33,861 miles
  • 2008 – 30,949 miles
  • 2007 – 28,247 miles
  • 2006 – 25,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,718 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp broken
  • AdvisoryTyre warning light on

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,718 miles (+1,654)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    58,718 miles
    Test number
    784737492252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp broken
    • AdvisoryTyre warning light on

  2. Pass57,064 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    57,064 miles
    Test number
    260015474528
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Fail57,064 miles (+1,494)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,064 miles
    Test number
    734565107435
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass55,570 miles (+1,901)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    55,570 miles
    Test number
    244874869312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass53,669 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    53,669 miles
    Test number
    452281709475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn off on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn off on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the 1.6mm legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail53,669 miles (+1,659)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,669 miles
    Test number
    503074487310
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn off on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn off on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the 1.6mm legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass52,010 miles (+1,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    52,010 miles
    Test number
    366016881863
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to just above 1.6mm limit and worn bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass50,540 miles (+1,393)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,540 miles
    Test number
    110409959749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass49,147 miles (+1,720)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    49,147 miles
    Test number
    213018390854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass47,427 miles (+1,606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    47,427 miles
    Test number
    298794983786
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass45,821 miles (+1,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    45,821 miles
    Test number
    263773918433
    • 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)

  12. Pass44,538 miles (+1,060)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    44,538 miles
    Test number
    796400382111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  13. Pass43,478 miles (+871)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    43,478 miles
    Test number
    565222027010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,607 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    42,607 miles
    Test number
    368127514371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail42,596 miles (+1,553)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,596 miles
    Test number
    585021914302
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass41,043 miles (+1,528)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    41,043 miles
    Test number
    486079113409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • 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)
    • 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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass39,515 miles (+1,726)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    39,515 miles
    Test number
    496114212473
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edge

  18. Pass37,789 miles (+17)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    37,789 miles
    Test number
    377098911344
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn
    • NoteBoth front tyres scrubbed bald on both edges

  19. Fail37,772 miles (+1,809)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,772 miles
    Test number
    379467701363
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn
    • NoteBoth front tyres scrubbed bald on both edges
    • NoteKerb damage to offside rear tyre

  20. Pass35,963 miles (+32)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,963 miles
    Test number
    184653210387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres scrubbing off on inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside rearouter constant velocity joint leaking grease from metal cap seal

  21. Fail35,931 miles (+2,070)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,931 miles
    Test number
    703559500378
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres scrubbing off on inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside rearouter constant velocity joint leaking grease from metal cap seal

  22. Pass33,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    33,861 miles
    Test number
    371878009337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,861 miles (+2,912)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,861 miles
    Test number
    942098509394
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass30,949 miles (+2,702)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    30,949 miles
    Test number
    981914108359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,247 miles (+2,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,247 miles
    Test number
    160198697207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass25,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    25,315 miles
    Test number
    172287206393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about PDE 1

What vehicle is registration PDE 1 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PDE 1 on a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 5 Aug 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does PDE 1 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on PDE 1 is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on PDE 1?
The MOT on PDE 1 is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has PDE 1 done?
PDE 1 was recorded at 58,718 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 1,757 miles a year.
Has PDE 1 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PDE 1 has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on PDE 1 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 PDE 1 find?
PDE 1 passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 6 more.

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