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LJ09 OXC

2009 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 4000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

98,633 mi
Last recorded98,633 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 OXC
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 98,633 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 94,744 miles

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 92,060 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 89,339 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 85,972 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 80,661 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 73,644 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 71,859 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 68,680 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 65,334 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 62,134 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 54,377 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Jun 2013 40,211 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 40,211 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 28,034 miles

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

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

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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LJ09 OXC is a 2009 BMW M3 in Grey with a 4,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LJ09 OXC, 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 LJ09 OXC registered?

LJ09 OXC is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 1 June 2009.

Is LJ09 OXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ09 OXC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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