2011 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · GL60 LCC
2011 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 12 Jan 2011. Recorded mileage 76,314 miles. MOT valid until 05 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,314 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GL60 LCC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2026
- 76,314 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (5 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GL60 LCC 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 2011 BMW M3 (GL60 LCC) between October 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 16 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are 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.
GL60 LCC Mileage History
- 26/10/202271,956 mi
- 02/11/202373,335 mi+1,379 mi
- 17/10/202474,103 mi+768 mi
- 05/11/202574,966 mi+863 mi
- 07/08/202676,314 mi+1,348 mi
Average of roughly 1,152 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Common Problems: BMW M3
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- 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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