2011 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · W1 CCD
2011 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 10 Dec 2011. Recorded mileage 48,522 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jun 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,522 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
W1 CCD Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2025
- 48,522 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
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
W1 CCD Mileage History
- 18/11/201431,803 mi
- 10/07/201534,880 mi+3,077 mi
- 21/06/201640,209 mi+5,329 mi
- 19/06/201742,363 mi+2,154 mi
- 06/07/201843,594 mi+1,231 mi
- 23/07/201945,789 mi+2,195 mi
- 26/02/202147,076 mi+1,287 mi
- 07/02/202247,895 mi+819 mi
- 21/02/202348,439 mi+544 mi
- 21/02/202348,439 mi
- 05/06/202448,451 mi+12 mi
- 23/06/202548,522 mi+71 mi
Average of roughly 1,578 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
W1 CCD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 BMW M3 (W1 CCD) between November 2014 and June 2025.
The record contains 11 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 June 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
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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