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BMW M3

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

THO 391MOT history

THO 391 is a red petrol BMW M3 first used on 26 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 65,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
65,440 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
THO 391
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

THO 391 was last recorded at 65,440 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,433 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,440 miles
  • 2025 – 64,277 miles
  • 2022 – 64,144 miles
  • 2021 – 63,951 miles
  • 2018 – 63,579 miles
  • 2017 – 62,808 miles
  • 2016 – 59,010 miles
  • 2015 – 52,773 miles
  • 2014 – 49,773 miles
  • 2012 – 47,149 miles
  • 2010 – 45,047 miles
  • 2008 – 44,129 miles
  • 2007 – 29,949 miles
  • 2006 – 25,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,440 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass65,440 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    65,440 miles
    Test number
    554969090597
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded

  2. Fail65,433 miles (+1,156)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,433 miles
    Test number
    773704990990
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded

  3. Pass64,277 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    64,277 miles
    Test number
    192668615558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail64,277 miles (+133)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,277 miles
    Test number
    649138948237
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass64,144 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    64,144 miles
    Test number
    268739379662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail64,144 miles (+193)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,144 miles
    Test number
    268366070592
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass63,951 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,951 miles
    Test number
    309451627359
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail63,951 miles (+372)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,951 miles
    Test number
    555095276675
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass63,579 miles (+771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    63,579 miles
    Test number
    852254596192
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front Tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass62,808 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,808 miles
    Test number
    302308921064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,796 miles (+3,786)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,796 miles
    Test number
    397339241432
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides inner edge void of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass59,010 miles (+6,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,010 miles
    Test number
    338139610727
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass52,773 miles (+3,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    52,773 miles
    Test number
    986920645247
    • 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)

  14. Pass49,773 miles (+2,624)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,773 miles
    Test number
    198551024171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,149 miles (+2,102)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    47,149 miles
    Test number
    357499312249
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,047 miles (+918)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,047 miles
    Test number
    843256180036
    • NoteRear brake disc corroded

  17. Pass44,129 miles (+14,180)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    44,129 miles
    Test number
    903706568361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,949 miles (+4,174)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,949 miles
    Test number
    892691657151
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges...........

  19. Pass25,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    25,775 miles
    Test number
    124636746137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,776 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,776 miles
    Test number
    281736246131
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about THO 391

What vehicle is registration THO 391 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show THO 391 on a red petrol BMW M3 first used on 26 Mar 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 THO 391 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on THO 391 is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on THO 391?
The MOT on THO 391 is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has THO 391 done?
THO 391 was recorded at 65,440 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 1,998 miles a year.
Has THO 391 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. THO 391 has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on THO 391 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 THO 391 find?
THO 391 passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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