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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 3,246 cc

V10 RSCMOT history

V10 RSC is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 160,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

V10 RSC 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 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
160,154 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V10 RSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V10 RSC was last recorded at 160,154 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 6,058 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,096 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,058 miles
Average per year
6,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,154 miles
  • 2025 – 154,096 miles
  • 2024 – 147,042 miles
  • 2023 – 138,923 miles
  • 2022 – 131,108 miles
  • 2021 – 127,893 miles
  • 2020 – 125,953 miles
  • 2019 – 121,632 miles
  • 2018 – 116,493 miles
  • 2017 – 108,612 miles
  • 2016 – 100,447 miles
  • 2015 – 88,212 miles
  • 2014 – 79,406 miles
  • 2013 – 77,753 miles
  • 2012 – 72,832 miles
  • 2011 – 65,689 miles
  • 2010 – 53,567 miles
  • 2009 – 42,398 miles
  • 2008 – 36,987 miles
  • 2007 – 31,576 miles
  • 2006 – 27,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,154 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryReverse lights inopRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Fuel cap sealing ring perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear exhaust clamp corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

34 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,154 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    160,154 miles
    Test number
    641106517861
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop

  2. Fail160,154 miles (+6,058)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,154 miles
    Test number
    681697604731
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt not functioning as intended centre (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop

  3. Pass154,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    154,096 miles
    Test number
    729019605816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail154,096 miles (+7,054)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,096 miles
    Test number
    905183115603
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    147,042 miles
    Test number
    301764928994
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop

  6. Fail147,042 miles (+8,119)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,042 miles
    Test number
    659298046942
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop

  7. Pass138,923 miles (+7,815)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    138,923 miles
    Test number
    157557173454
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear clamps corroded but secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass131,108 miles (+3,215)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    131,108 miles
    Test number
    359905997554
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamps corroded

  9. Pass127,893 miles (+13)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    127,893 miles
    Test number
    856413174845
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch front and rear corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perishing
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamps broken

  10. Fail127,880 miles (+1,927)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,880 miles
    Test number
    312867185094
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch front and rear corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perishing
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamps broken

  11. Pass125,953 miles (+20)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,953 miles
    Test number
    899434145991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap ring perishing
    • AdvisoryWings corrosion

  12. Fail125,933 miles (+4,301)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,933 miles
    Test number
    658765493151
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap ring perishing
    • AdvisoryWings corrosion

  13. Pass121,632 miles (+5,139)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,632 miles
    Test number
    249461355667
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion
    • AdvisoryFuel cap washer perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp corroded

  14. Pass116,493 miles (+7,881)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    116,493 miles
    Test number
    410928542153
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamps corroded

  15. Pass108,612 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    108,612 miles
    Test number
    254742100926
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCentre / rear exhaust joint clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap o ring starting to perish

  16. Fail108,612 miles (+8,165)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,612 miles
    Test number
    686092177657
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCentre / rear exhaust joint clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap o ring starting to perish

  17. Pass100,447 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    100,447 miles
    Test number
    564095132632
    • AdvisoryCentre (to rear) exhaust clamps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail100,447 miles (+12,235)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,447 miles
    Test number
    759078635112
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre (to rear) exhaust clamps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass88,212 miles (+8,806)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,212 miles
    Test number
    798068525006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOsf headlamp leveling device broken and insecure

  20. Pass79,406 miles (+1,653)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    79,406 miles
    Test number
    437519124066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,753 miles (+129)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,753 miles
    Test number
    169753493148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteWindows appear to be excessively tinted

  22. Fail77,624 miles (+4,792)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,624 miles
    Test number
    118825183164
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteWindows appear to be excessively tinted

  23. Pass72,832 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    72,832 miles
    Test number
    879044592129
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  24. Fail72,832 miles (+7,143)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,832 miles
    Test number
    645164292137
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  25. Pass65,689 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    499773991189
    • NoteWindows heavily tinted restricting view

  26. Fail65,689 miles (+12,122)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    148153891158
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWindows heavily tinted restricting view

  27. Pass53,567 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    53,567 miles
    Test number
    152250430026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail53,460 miles (+11,062)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,460 miles
    Test number
    213533020074
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  29. Pass42,398 miles (+5,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    42,398 miles
    Test number
    261904749000
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass36,987 miles (+5,411)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    36,987 miles
    Test number
    521190948070
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteMetal object stuck in n/s/f tyre tread

  31. Fail31,576 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,576 miles
    Test number
    190949427054
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  32. Pass31,576 miles (+3,631)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,576 miles
    Test number
    871829227019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass27,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    27,945 miles
    Test number
    391214546469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail27,945 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,945 miles
    Test number
    281071446285
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about V10 RSC

Does V10 RSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V10 RSC is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V10 RSC?
The MOT on V10 RSC is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V10 RSC done?
V10 RSC was recorded at 160,154 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 6,802 miles a year.
Has V10 RSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V10 RSC has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V10 RSC 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 V10 RSC find?
V10 RSC passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: reverse lights inop.

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