BMW M3 M3TCV has 20 MOTs

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This 2002 BMW M3 has Passed 17 MOTs and Failed 3 times since 2006

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 169,279 miles 3 weeks ago on Thursday 24th September 2026 at 08:31.

The current MOT will expire in 11 months on Thursday 23rd September 2027.

The current Tax will expire in 9 months on Thursday 1st July 2027.

M3TCV MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED23RD SEPTEMBER 2027169,279 MI
FAILED23RD SEPTEMBER 2026169,279 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Front Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. DANGEROUS - Front Brake Pad(s) Less Than 1.5 Mm Thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. MAJOR - Front Brake Disc Significantly And Obviously Worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
PASSED23RD SEPTEMBER 202522ND SEPTEMBER 2026165,739 MI
 
  1. MINOR - Nearside Registration Plate Lamp Inoperative In The Case Of Multiple Lamps Or Light Sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Jacking Rubber Missing
  3. MINOR - Offside Obligatory Mirror Slightly Loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Front Tyre Slightly Damaged/cracking Or Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. ADVISORY - Rear Tyre Slightly Damaged/cracking Or Perishing And Low On Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
PASSED17TH SEPTEMBER 202420TH SEPTEMBER 2025162,107 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Nail In Tyre
PASSED21ST SEPTEMBER 202320TH SEPTEMBER 2024159,713 MI
FAILED21ST SEPTEMBER 2023159,713 MI
 
  1. DANGEROUS - Front Brake Pad(s) Less Than 1.5 Mm Thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. MAJOR - Front Brake Disc Significantly And Obviously Worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. MAJOR - Front Engine Mounting Damaged Or Deteriorated Resulting In Excessive Movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  4. MAJOR - Offside Stop Lamp(s) Not Working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  5. MAJOR - Offside Front Lower Suspension Arm Ball Joint Excessively Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
PASSED18TH NOVEMBER 202217TH NOVEMBER 2023155,531 MI
FAILED15TH NOVEMBER 2022155,531 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Front Windscreen Washer Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid (3.5 (a))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Head Lamp Cleaning Device Faulty
  3. ADVISORY - Offside No Plate Light Too Dim
  4. MINOR - Nearside Front Windscreen Wiper Blade Defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  5. MAJOR - Nearside Rear Exhaust Has A Major Leak Of Exhaust Gases (6.1.2 (a))
  6. MAJOR - Exhaust Lambda Reading After 2nd Fast Idle Outside Specified Limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  7. MAJOR - Exhaust Carbon Monoxide Content After 2nd Fast Idle Exceeds Manufacturer's Specified Limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  8. MAJOR - Exhaust Hydrocarbon Content After 2nd Fast Idle Exceeds Default Limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  9. ADVISORY - Offside Front Nail In Tyre
PASSED16TH NOVEMBER 202117TH NOVEMBER 2022149,268 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge Very Low (5.2.3 (e))
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge Worn On The Cedge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Exhaust Has A Minor Leak Of Exhaust Gases (6.1.2 (a))
PASSED18TH NOVEMBER 202017TH NOVEMBER 2021145,453 MI
PASSED20TH AUGUST 201919TH AUGUST 2020138,632 MI
PASSED2ND AUGUST 201811TH AUGUST 2019134,777 MI
PASSED11TH AUGUST 201711TH AUGUST 2018127,349 MI
PASSED12TH AUGUST 201611TH AUGUST 2017119,333 MI
PASSED16TH MAY 201515TH MAY 2016111,205 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Direction Indicator Has Light Sources Not Illuminating, But Not More Than 50% (1.4.a.2c)
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Direction Indicator Slightly Discoloured (1.4.a.2f)
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Direction Indicator Slightly Discoloured (1.4.a.2f)
  4. USER ENTERED - Oil Leak
  5. USER ENTERED - E.m.l On
PASSED18TH MARCH 201417TH MARCH 2015102,665 MI
PASSED21ST NOVEMBER 201220TH NOVEMBER 2013100,878 MI
PASSED26TH NOVEMBER 201025TH NOVEMBER 201197,819 MI
PASSED7TH FEBRUARY 20096TH FEBRUARY 201087,473 MI
PASSED28TH OCTOBER 200627TH OCTOBER 200763,127 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Front Windscreen Has Damage To An Area Less Than A 10mm Circle Within Zone 'a' (8.3.1a)
  2. ADVISORY - Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

M3TCV Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 85% | MOT Failure Rate: 15%

M3TCV MOT Comments

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M3TCV Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 169,279 miles | Average yearly mileage: 7,053 miles

M3TCV FAQs

This Bmw M3 with registration M3TCV was manufactured on Wednesday 23rd October 2002 so it is currently 24 years old. Its colour is White and it has a 3.2 litre Petrol engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2026 was 169,279 miles, so this Bmw has travelled an average of 7,053 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 20 MOTs on record for this Bmw M3 beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2006. We can see 3 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means M3TCV has a 85% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Bmw M3 has had 17 Advisories, 0 PRS Notices, 3 Minor, 11 Major, 2 Dangerous and 0 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Bmw M3 is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 9 months on Thursday 1st July 2027 .

Does M3TCV have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Tuesday 13th October 2026 M3TCV does have an active MOT. Read more

Is M3TCV Taxed?

Yes, as of Tuesday 13th October 2026 M3TCV does have Tax. Read more

When does M3TCV Tax expire?

The current Tax for M3TCV will expire in 9 months on Thursday 1st July 2027. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does M3TCV MOT expire?

The current MOT for M3TCV will expire in 11 months on Thursday 23rd September 2027. Read more

When did M3TCV have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for M3TCV was on Thursday 24th September 2026 at 08:31. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has M3TCV Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 20 MOTs on record for M3TCV we can see 17 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has M3TCV Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 20 MOTs on record for M3TCV we can see 3 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 85% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is M3TCV?

M3TCV is registered as a 2002 Bmw M3. Read more

How many miles has M3TCV done?

The odometer reading for M3TCV at the last MOT in September 2026 was 169,279 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 7,053 miles per year. Read more

How old is M3TCV?

The vehicle M3TCV was manufactured in 2002 so it is currently 24 years old. It was first registered on Wednesday 23rd October 2002. Read more

What colour is M3TCV?

The official colour of M3TCV is recorded as White. Read more

What engine does M3TCV have?

M3TCV has a 3.2 litre Petrol engine. Read more

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