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LM59 ETO

2009 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

83,969 mi
Last recorded83,969 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM59 ETO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 83,969 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 81,574 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 78,880 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 75,228 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

little reserve travel park brake lever

Pass 7 Sep 2021 72,181 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 68,945 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 65,576 miles

both front tyres outer edges slightly worn

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2018 61,130 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2017 56,593 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2016 47,351 miles

Child seats fitted

Engine cover fitted

Undertray fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2015 37,905 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 37,036 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 35,006 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2013 27,260 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 27,260 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 22,875 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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LM59 ETO is a 2009 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LM59 ETO, 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 LM59 ETO?

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What year was LM59 ETO registered?

LM59 ETO is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 21 October 2009.

Is LM59 ETO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM59 ETO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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