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FP59 MBO

2009 BMW M3

White Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,514 mi
Last recorded55,514 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP59 MBO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 55,514 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 52,669 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 48,564 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 45,128 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both sides perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 42,964 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 40,334 miles

Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

long handbrake travel

Pass 27 Oct 2017 34,963 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 23 Nov 2016 30,716 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 30,370 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 28,878 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 25,976 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 22,829 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2012 19,281 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FP59 MBO is a 2009 BMW M3 in White with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FP59 MBO, 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

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What year was FP59 MBO registered?

FP59 MBO is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is FP59 MBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP59 MBO shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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