1995 BMW M3 3.0L Petrol · M30 ABW
1995 BMW M3 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 14 Mar 1995. Recorded mileage 126,114 miles. MOT expired on 18 Apr 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 1995 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,114 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M30 ABW Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/04/2024
- 126,114 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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M30 ABW MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1995 BMW M3 (M30 ABW) between April 2024 and April 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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Known faults for BMW M3
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Our Verdict
A potentially rewarding classic, but pro
Given the 126,114 miles on the clock, the primary focus should be on the detailed service history of the 2990cc engine. Look for evidence of major milestone services and the replacement of wear-and-tear items consistent with high-mileage performance cars of the 1990s.
Negotiate based on the mileage, which is significantly higher than the model's average annual trend. Ensure that all historical documentation is present, as the value of a 1995 M3 is heavily dependent on a verifiable paper trail.
Running costs will be substantial due to the 3.0L petrol engine's fuel consumption and the insurance premiums associated with a high-performance BMW. Tax will be calculated based on the 1995 registration year's emissions standards.
Maintenance costs are likely to be higher than a standard 3 Series, requiring specialist parts and labour to maintain the M-specific components. Estimated annual costs will be driven largely by fuel and the preventative maintenance required for a 31-year-old vehicle.
Pay close attention to the exhaust system and coil springs, as these are identified as top failure reasons for this model across aggregate data. Check the windscreen wipers and all rubber seals, which are common failure points and prone to age-related degradation.
Perform a thorough inspection of the underbody for corrosion and check the condition of the suspension bushings. While the April 2024 MOT recorded no defects, the high mileage suggests that wear-and-tear components should be scrutinized closely.
This 1995 BMW M3 in Blue has a recorded mileage of 126,114 miles as of its last MOT in April 2024. The most recent test resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the model generally performs well with an 88.8% average pass rate, this specific car has been driven considerably more than the average for its peer group.
The M3 shows a respectable aggregate MOT pass rate of 88.8% across 20,525 analysed vehicles.
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