2013 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · DA13 BUW
2013 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 27 Jun 2013. Recorded mileage 51,381 miles. MOT expired on 17 Feb 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 51,381 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
DA13 BUW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/02/2025
- 51,381 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
DA13 BUW Mileage History
- 29/04/202249,839 mi
- 31/01/202450,338 mi+499 mi
- 01/02/202450,338 mi
- 18/02/202551,381 mi+1,043 mi
Average of roughly 549 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
DA13 BUW MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 BMW M3 (DA13 BUW) between April 2022 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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
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