2013 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · WM13 EOU
2013 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2013. Recorded mileage 95,648 miles. MOT valid until 03 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,648 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.
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WM13 EOU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 04/12/2025
- 95,648 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WM13 EOU 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 2013 BMW M3 (WM13 EOU) between October 2021 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
WM13 EOU Mileage History
- 15/10/202174,087 mi
- 07/10/202279,519 mi+5,432 mi
- 04/12/202385,778 mi+6,259 mi
- 03/12/202491,752 mi+5,974 mi
- 04/12/202595,648 mi+3,896 mi
Average of roughly 5,212 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW M3
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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