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GH08 GEF

2009 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,459 mi
Last recorded54,459 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGH08 GEF
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 54,459 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 54,147 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 53,194 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 51,780 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 51,423 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 49,518 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 46,264 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre cut has to outer sidewall

Pass 10 Jul 2019 45,927 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear tyre cut on outer side wall

Pass 19 Jul 2018 43,547 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 38,944 miles

Engine Covers Fitted

Nearside Front Tyre Slight Damage On Outer Wall

Under-trays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

Pass 16 Jul 2016 33,930 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 29,475 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 19,157 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 12,293 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 10,024 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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GH08 GEF is a 2009 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GH08 GEF, 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 GH08 GEF registered?

GH08 GEF is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is GH08 GEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GH08 GEF shows 15 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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