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GK09 CAE

2009 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

75,184 mi
Last recorded75,184 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 CAE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 75,184 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 68,981 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 68,835 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2019 68,355 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 67,711 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 66,450 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 62,499 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 50,620 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 38,048 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 38,048 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 32,489 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 26,559 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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GK09 CAE is a 2009 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GK09 CAE, 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 GK09 CAE?

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What year was GK09 CAE registered?

GK09 CAE is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is GK09 CAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK09 CAE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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