2010 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · AU60 PBO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a clean pass record over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted on 19 May 2025 at 123,052 miles returned no defects or advisories. This follows a period of consistent passes since a failure in April 2022, indicating that the previous owner addressed the initial concerns and the vehicle has since maintained a high standard of operational compliance without recurring faults. The mileage pattern is consistent with a well-maintained high-performance vehicle, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per annum. The data shows a period of low usage between April 2023 and April 2024, where the car covered only 775 miles. However, usage increased significantly in the following year, covering 3,920 miles between the April 2024 and 2025 tests. This suggests the car is not sat for long periods, which is generally beneficial for BMW components of this age, as long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals. While the MOT history is currently clean, a buyer must focus on the specific mechanical vulnerabilities inherent to the E46 M3 platform. Given the mileage of 123,000 miles, a physical inspection of the subframe mounting points for rubber bushings is essential, as these are prone to stress cracking. The buyer should also check for structural corrosion in the rear wheel arches and sills, as the MOT tester only flags rust once it reaches a significant threshold. The lack of recorded advisories for brakes or suspension in recent years suggests good current condition, but a manual check of the control arms and the condition of the coil springs is required to ensure no excessive play has developed.