“... but why the fancy pants. Just do it properly ”
But what is properly? This is a new fangled JAA rule that has added nothing to safety (according to the official review of EASA). I am lucky that I fly far more than the minimum in daylight, but the new rules caused me to give up night flying after many years of safe aviating under the old rules.
Rod1
Like you I fly far more than the minimum hours and I agree the statistics do not support it adding to safety.
My point is simply this - if the rules permit (group or club rules) then if you are ok about flying your 3 landings and takeoffs solo, then do it.
If you feel nervous or rusty, then get some instruction or assistance first.
BUT - be honest with yourself. Think what it would be like to have your descendants reading about you in the AAIB report. Something like the guy in the PA28 -140 taking his passengers with him. Worse, the fact your estate will take a huge hit as the insurers will walk away.