2013 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · AP13 YZY
2013 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 2013. Recorded mileage 104,738 miles. MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,738 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AP13 YZY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/01/2026
- 104,738 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP13 YZY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 BMW M3 (AP13 YZY) between February 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
AP13 YZY Mileage History
- 07/02/202384,313 mi
- 13/02/202491,805 mi+7,492 mi
- 27/01/202598,376 mi+6,571 mi
- 28/01/202598,378 mi+2 mi
- 21/01/2026104,738 mi+6,360 mi
Average of roughly 6,914 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW M3
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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