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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 3,999 cc

S8 PYMMOT history

S8 PYM is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 28 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 97,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

S8 PYM 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 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
97,847 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 PYM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
28 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 PYM was last recorded at 97,847 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 3,888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,959 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,888 miles
Average per year
4,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,847 miles
  • 2025 – 93,959 miles
  • 2024 – 93,095 miles
  • 2023 – 91,092 miles
  • 2021 – 89,554 miles
  • 2020 – 88,812 miles
  • 2019 – 87,024 miles
  • 2018 – 85,892 miles
  • 2017 – 85,863 miles
  • 2016 – 77,065 miles
  • 2014 – 64,693 miles
  • 2013 – 50,320 miles
  • 2012 – 37,162 miles
  • 2011 – 26,774 miles
  • 2010 – 17,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,847 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,847 miles (+3,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    97,847 miles
    Test number
    729198547282
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass93,959 miles (+864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    93,959 miles
    Test number
    408219624846
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass93,095 miles (+2,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    93,095 miles
    Test number
    788885275819
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass91,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,092 miles
    Test number
    728786459040
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail91,092 miles (+1,538)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,092 miles
    Test number
    909481665431
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,554 miles (+742)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,554 miles
    Test number
    893744749979
    • AdvisoryDamp at rear diff
    • AdvisoryN/s brake pad warning wire not connected

  7. Pass88,812 miles (+1,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    88,812 miles
    Test number
    903639083654
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass87,024 miles (+1,132)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,024 miles
    Test number
    482342033746
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass85,892 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    85,892 miles
    Test number
    727681615579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,863 miles (+8,798)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,863 miles
    Test number
    872884641497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,065 miles (+12,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,065 miles
    Test number
    927464771894
    • 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)

  12. Pass64,693 miles (+10,253)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    64,693 miles
    Test number
    737433364325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,440 miles (+4,120)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    54,440 miles
    Test number
    376163014032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,320 miles (+13,158)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,320 miles
    Test number
    707953623134
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES SCRUBBING ON OUTTER EDGES

  15. Pass37,162 miles (+79)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,162 miles
    Test number
    307644282103
    • NoteNear side front tyre perishing

  16. Fail37,083 miles (+10,309)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,083 miles
    Test number
    997371882196
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNear side front tyre perishing

  17. Pass26,774 miles (+6,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    26,774 miles
    Test number
    565635961255
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass20,274 miles (+2,409)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    20,274 miles
    Test number
    989827141102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    17,865 miles
    Test number
    541499240228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 PYM

Does S8 PYM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 PYM is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 PYM?
The MOT on S8 PYM is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 PYM done?
S8 PYM was recorded at 97,847 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 4,974 miles a year.
Has S8 PYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 PYM has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on S8 PYM 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 S8 PYM find?
S8 PYM passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear oil leak, but not excessive.

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