2014 BMW M3 3.0L Petrol · SEP 103
2014 BMW M3 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 23 Jun 2014. Recorded mileage 49,738 miles. MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,738 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SEP 103 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/10/2026
- 49,738 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
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SEP 103 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 2014 BMW M3 (SEP 103) between September 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
SEP 103 Mileage History
- 23/09/202245,430 mi
- 30/09/202345,939 mi+509 mi
- 30/09/202446,671 mi+732 mi
- 14/10/202548,309 mi+1,638 mi
- 06/10/202649,738 mi+1,429 mi
Average of roughly 1,068 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
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Crank Hub Slip / Timing Risk(Serious)
Highly publicised on tuned S55 cars, crank-hub slip can throw engine timing out and destroy the valvetrain. Stock cars are less vulnerable, but mapped examples deserve extra caution.
- Coolant Loss / Charge Cooling Leaks(Moderate)
Turbo M3s can develop small coolant leaks around expansion tanks, auxiliary coolers, or charge-cooling hardware. They are often minor at first, but repeated top-ups are not normal.
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- Crank Hub Slip / Timing RiskSerious
Highly publicised on tuned S55 cars, crank-hub slip can throw engine timing out and destroy the valvetrain. Stock cars are less vulnerable, but mapped examples deserve extra caution.
- Coolant Loss / Charge Cooling LeaksModerate
Turbo M3s can develop small coolant leaks around expansion tanks, auxiliary coolers, or charge-cooling hardware. They are often minor at first, but repeated top-ups are not normal.
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