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GA02 PEN

2009 BMW M3

White Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,950 mi
Last recorded63,950 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGA02 PEN
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2026 63,950 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 62,616 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 60,082 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 57,808 miles

Full underbody inspection NOT fully carried out due to under trays fitted

Sill covers fitted to N/s and O/s of vehicle obstructing full inspection

Pass 26 Feb 2022 56,796 miles

full underbody trays fitted NOT allowing full underbody inspection

Pass 2 Jul 2020 55,001 miles

engine covers fitted obstructing some test items

unable to carry out full underbody inspection due to protective under trays fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2019 53,925 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 49,997 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 47,482 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 44,889 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 39,193 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 34,682 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 31,146 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 28,840 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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GA02 PEN is a 2009 BMW M3 in White with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 GA02 PEN, 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 GA02 PEN registered?

GA02 PEN is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is GA02 PEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GA02 PEN shows 14 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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