2010 BMW M3 4.0L Other · M27 ESL
2010 BMW M3 (4.0L, other). First registered 22 Dec 2010. Recorded mileage 91,537 miles. MOT expired on 04 Nov 2023.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,537 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required
- Fuel & Engine
- Other · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M27 ESL Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/11/2022
- 91,537 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M27 ESL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2010 BMW M3 (M27 ESL) between November 2022 and November 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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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: Average
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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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