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LS59 VCJ

2009 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

58,508 mi
Last recorded58,508 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS59 VCJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 58,508 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 54,745 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 52,914 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 46,308 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 40,580 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 40,580 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Jan 2022 40,453 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 38,069 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 36,927 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 35,709 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 32,902 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 30,468 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 27,832 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 25,442 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Dec 2013 21,035 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2013 21,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 14,927 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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LS59 VCJ is a 2009 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LS59 VCJ, 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 LS59 VCJ?

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What year was LS59 VCJ registered?

LS59 VCJ is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is LS59 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS59 VCJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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