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BV65 PTX

2015 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,480 mi
Last recorded81,480 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2015 BMW M341,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV65 PTX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 81,480 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 72,929 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 62,520 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 60,199 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 51,618 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 43,409 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2020 43,409 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 41,847 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 29,362 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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BV65 PTX is a 2015 BMW M3 in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2015 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 41,809 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV65 PTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 11 years old, this BMW M3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV65 PTX registered?

BV65 PTX is a 2015 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2015.

Is BV65 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV65 PTX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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