Official DVLA Record

2000 BMW M3 3.2L Petrol · W996 RPG

W996 RPG

2000 BMW M3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 27,445 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
BMW M3
Year / Origin
2000 · Exeter
MOT Status
Valid until 06/04/2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
27,445 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 3.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 06/04/2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2000
Engine
3246cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2000 BMW M3 has a clean MOT history spanning five consecutive annual tests, all resulting in a "PASSED" rating with no defects recorded. The most recent MOT on 2025-04-08 confirms the vehicle met safety and roadworthiness standards at 27,445 miles. This consistency suggests no immediate mechanical failures or critical issues have emerged in the past five years. The vehicle’s mileage of 27,445 miles over 26 years equates to roughly 1,056 miles per year, which is exceptionally low for its age. This could indicate light usage, infrequent driving, or extended periods of storage. While low mileage often correlates with reduced wear on components like brakes and suspension, it may also signal potential risks such as fluid degradation, battery drain, or rubber component aging from inactivity. However, the absence of defects in all MOT records mitigates some of these concerns. The MOT trend shows no signs of worsening conditions. All tests have been passed without recorded issues, and mileage increases between inspections are gradual and consistent with minimal use. There is no evidence of accelerating wear or recurring problems.

W996 RPG Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2025
  • 27,445 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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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.

W996 RPG Mileage History

  1. 28/02/202226,815 mi
  2. 28/02/202327,077 mi+262 mi
  3. 05/03/202427,416 mi+339 mi
  4. 08/04/202527,445 mi+29 mi

Average of roughly 203 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

W996 RPG MOT History

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MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 BMW M3 (W996 RPG) between February 2022 and April 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY