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BG59 VLU

2009 BMW M3

White Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

87,168 mi
Last recorded87,168 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 VLU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 87,168 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 85,925 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 84,399 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 78,018 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 70,641 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 58,947 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 49,618 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 41,264 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 41,259 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 40,218 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 40,218 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 37,237 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 34,621 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 28,492 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 26,638 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 22,190 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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BG59 VLU is a 2009 BMW M3 in White with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 53,090 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BG59 VLU, 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 17 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG59 VLU?

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What year was BG59 VLU registered?

BG59 VLU is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is BG59 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 VLU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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