2013 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · MJC 3
2013 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 13 Sept 2013. Recorded mileage 21,895 miles. MOT valid until 04 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 21,895 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
MJC 3 Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2026
- 21,895 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for BMW M3
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MJC 3 Mileage History
- 23/03/201812,136 mi
- 10/12/201812,649 mi+513 mi
- 30/11/201915,858 mi+3,209 mi
- 08/12/202018,295 mi+2,437 mi
- 15/03/202118,712 mi+417 mi
- 14/03/202219,649 mi+937 mi
- 06/03/202320,163 mi+514 mi
- 08/03/202420,852 mi+689 mi
- 15/03/202420,895 mi+43 mi
- 09/04/202521,525 mi+630 mi
- 24/04/202521,564 mi+39 mi
- 06/05/202621,895 mi+331 mi
Average of roughly 1,202 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
MJC 3 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 BMW M3 (MJC 3) between March 2018 and May 2026.
The record contains 10 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
Common Problems: BMW M3
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rod Bearing Wear(Serious)
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
- Throttle Actuator Failure(Serious)
The V8 M3 uses electric throttle actuators that fail with age and heat, putting the car into limp mode. Many cars have already had one or both done.
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- Rod Bearing WearSerious
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
- Throttle Actuator FailureSerious
The V8 M3 uses electric throttle actuators that fail with age and heat, putting the car into limp mode. Many cars have already had one or both done.
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