2017 BMW M3 3.0L Petrol · C5 DWW

The vehicle currently holds a PASSED MOT on 2025-08-08 at 21,608 miles, indicating that the most recent test was performed well before the current date, suggesting the vehicle has maintained a stable maintenance trend for the past year. The MOT history shows a clear progression of failures and passes, with the most recent failure occurring in 2023-07-20 at 17,288 miles, marking a significant drop-off in performance compared to the previous year's pass. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has been tested on a consistent 21,608-mile interval, which is approximately 2,401 miles per year. This regularity suggests the owner has maintained the car at a steady pace, though the absence of a 2024-08-09 test date implies that a potential gap in the maintenance log may exist between the 2023-07-20 and 2024-08-09 tests. The absence of any defects on the 2024-08-09 test further supports the conclusion that the vehicle has been kept in good condition during this period. Given the recurring faults and the specific mechanical components flagged in the history, the buyer should inspect the car for binding rear brakes, oil leaks, and nearside rear nails in tyres. While the oil leak is not excessive according to the 8.4.1 (a) (i) criteria, the presence of nearside rear nails suggests that basic upkeep was skipped, which could lead to future failures such as wheel rot or suspension bushing issues. The structural integrity of the chassis and exhaust emissions is also a critical area to evaluate, as the vehicle has not undergone a full MOT since 2023, raising concerns about potential emissions issues or wear on the exhaust system.