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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 3,999 cc

V8 DNUMOT history

V8 DNU is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 9 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 75,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

V8 DNU 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 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
75,102 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 DNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 DNU was last recorded at 75,102 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 2,479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,623 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,479 miles
Average per year
2,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,102 miles
  • 2025 – 72,623 miles
  • 2024 – 72,111 miles
  • 2021 – 71,986 miles
  • 2019 – 69,553 miles
  • 2018 – 63,890 miles
  • 2017 – 61,787 miles
  • 2016 – 60,627 miles
  • 2015 – 56,993 miles
  • 2014 – 54,503 miles
  • 2013 – 49,009 miles
  • 2012 – 37,482 miles
  • 2011 – 33,863 miles
  • 2010 – 30,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,102 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,102 miles (+2,479)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    75,102 miles
    Test number
    282485084931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass72,623 miles (+512)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    72,623 miles
    Test number
    620254451245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,111 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    72,111 miles
    Test number
    241696652225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,986 miles (+2,433)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    71,986 miles
    Test number
    585278498800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,553 miles (+5,663)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,553 miles
    Test number
    306168422466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,890 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    63,890 miles
    Test number
    758975269417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
  7. Fail63,889 miles (+2,102)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,889 miles
    Test number
    798939117446
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
  8. Pass61,787 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,787 miles
    Test number
    860497176826
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
  9. Fail61,787 miles (+1,160)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,787 miles
    Test number
    106107882799
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
  10. Pass60,627 miles (+3,634)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    60,627 miles
    Test number
    126814646666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,993 miles (+2,490)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,993 miles
    Test number
    150161649445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush as marked (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre on 2.2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tyre worn very low on shoulder
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush as marked (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass54,503 miles (+1,886)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    54,503 miles
    Test number
    497688614322
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass52,617 miles (+3,608)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,617 miles
    Test number
    117801324209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,009 miles (+3,912)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,009 miles
    Test number
    368757183497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,097 miles (+7,615)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,097 miles
    Test number
    397314413191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,482 miles (+3,619)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,482 miles
    Test number
    186613182037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,863 miles (+3,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,863 miles
    Test number
    689903671238
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass30,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,778 miles
    Test number
    254838500357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail30,778 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,778 miles
    Test number
    460058700480
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about V8 DNU

Does V8 DNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 DNU is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 DNU?
The MOT on V8 DNU is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 DNU done?
V8 DNU was recorded at 75,102 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 2,831 miles a year.
Has V8 DNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 DNU has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on V8 DNU 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 V8 DNU find?
V8 DNU passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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