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2018 BMW M3 3.0L Petrol · F8 OCP

F8 OCP

2018 BMW M3 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 11 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 53,266 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
BMW M3
Year / Origin
2018 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
53,266 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
2979cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, evidenced by a clean MOT pass on 15 June 2026 at 53,266 miles. This result indicates a stable maintenance trend, as the car successfully addressed the defects identified in the previous year. The absence of any advisories in the most recent test suggests that the current owner is proactive in rectifying issues and that the vehicle is currently operating without immediate mechanical safety concerns. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per annum. Data shows steady progression from 35,201 miles in June 2023 to 53,266 miles in June 2026. This low usage suggests the car has not been subjected to high-stress commuting, which typically preserves the integrity of the drivetrain and suspension components. The intervals between tests remain regular, indicating a consistent schedule of inspections rather than long periods of neglect that could lead to component degradation. The failure on 02 June 2025 at 49,487 miles highlights a lapse in oversight regarding the offside rear fog lamp and a nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit. While these are minor consumable issues, the edge wear on the 305/30R20 tyre could indicate an alignment issue or worn suspension geometry components. A buyer should inspect the current tyre set for uneven wear and check the suspension bushings for signs of play. Given the high-performance nature of the M3, a physical inspection of the brake discs for scoring or thinning is also advisable to ensure that the low mileage has not resulted in seized or binding calipers.

F8 OCP Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/06/2026
  • 53,266 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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F8 OCP Mileage History

  1. 13/06/202335,201 mi
  2. 11/06/202441,957 mi+6,756 mi
  3. 02/06/202549,487 mi+7,530 mi
  4. 03/06/202549,496 mi+9 mi
  5. 15/06/202653,266 mi+3,770 mi

Average of roughly 6,010 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

F8 OCP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Jun 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 BMW M3 (F8 OCP) between June 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.

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