BEN751 - BMW M3
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 15 days ago
The BMW M3, officially known as the BMW M3, is a high-performance variant of the BMW 3 Series, renowned for its dynamic driving experience and engineering excellence. Since its inception in the late 1980s, the M3 has become a symbol of BMW’s motorsport heritage, with each generation showcasing advancements in power, handling, and technology. Manufactured by BMW M GmbH, the M3 has evolved through various models, with the latest versions featuring turbocharged engines and sophisticated chassis systems. Key specifications often include a potent inline-six or turbocharged four-cylinder engine, precise steering, and advanced suspension setups, making it a favourite among enthusiasts seeking a blend of everyday usability and track-ready performance.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 28 MOT tests
This is a 2003 BMW M3, registration BEN751, registered in March 2003. The vehicle has a silver exterior and is powered by a 3,246cc petrol engine, with CO2 emissions of 292 g/km. It is currently taxed and has a valid MOT, with the latest test conducted on 25 July 2024 and valid until 29 July 2025. The recorded mileage is 87,358 miles. The MOT included advisories for a minor issue with the nearside registration plate lamp, an oil leak (not excessive) from the rear differential, and general underbody corrosion. No major mechanical issues are noted from the MOT.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
28
Passed Tests
19
Failed Tests
9
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 25 July 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,358 mi
Expires: 29 July 2025
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory general under body corrosion
Passed - 26 July 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,088 mi
Expires: 29 July 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 30 July 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,725 mi
Expires: 29 July 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differentional (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 16 July 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,600 mi
Expires: 15 July 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Passed - 19 August 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,051 mi
Expires: 18 August 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Failed - 15 August 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,051 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
- Major Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 17 August 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,909 mi
Expires: 16 August 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 13 August 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,794 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 16 August 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 83,874 mi
Expires: 15 August 2019
Passed - 28 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 81,160 mi
Expires: 01 July 2018
Passed - 02 July 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 78,856 mi
Expires: 01 July 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Failed - 01 July 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 78,851 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- Major Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 28 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,728 mi
Expires: 29 May 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Failed - 28 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,728 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Passed - 30 May 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,809 mi
Expires: 29 May 2015
Failed - 20 May 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,791 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- Major Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- Major Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- Major Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 24 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 63,886 mi
Expires: 24 May 2014
Passed - 25 May 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,840 mi
Expires: 24 May 2013
Failed - 22 May 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,832 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Passed - 14 May 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,466 mi
Expires: 16 May 2012
Passed - 08 May 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 60,729 mi
Expires: 16 May 2011
Passed - 16 May 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 59,979 mi
Expires: 16 May 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 07 May 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,990 mi
Expires: 16 May 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed - 17 May 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 56,015 mi
Expires: 16 May 2008
Failed - 02 May 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 56,015 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
- Major Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- Major Nearside Inner Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Failed - 02 April 2007 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,397 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- Dangerous Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Major Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Passed - 28 March 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 35,308 mi
Expires: 27 March 2007
Failed - 22 March 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 35,281 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for BEN751?
The MOT expires on 29 July 2025.
What is the tax status of BEN751?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 July 2025.
What are the specifications of BEN751?
This is a 2003 BMW M3 in Silver. It runs on Petrol with a 3246cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of BEN751?
This vehicle produces 292 g/km of CO2 emissions.