2010 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · W88 CHT
2010 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 04 Dec 2010. Recorded mileage 47,152 miles. MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,152 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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W88 CHT Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2026
- 47,152 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
W88 CHT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 BMW M3 (W88 CHT) between November 2013 and August 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 14 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”.
W88 CHT Mileage History
- 25/11/201311,510 mi
- 02/12/201414,898 mi+3,388 mi
- 03/12/201414,898 mi
- 11/12/201519,294 mi+4,396 mi
- 09/12/201622,507 mi+3,213 mi
- 05/12/201726,807 mi+4,300 mi
- 06/12/201829,558 mi+2,751 mi
- 02/12/201932,091 mi+2,533 mi
- 20/11/202033,745 mi+1,654 mi
- 15/04/202234,890 mi+1,145 mi
- 21/04/202234,895 mi+5 mi
- 12/05/202335,208 mi+313 mi
- 17/05/202335,212 mi+4 mi
- 24/05/202437,415 mi+2,203 mi
- 21/05/202541,613 mi+4,198 mi
- 14/08/202647,152 mi+5,539 mi
Average of roughly 2,803 miles per year across 16 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: Good
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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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