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M3 VBV

2010 BMW M3

Yellow Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,627 mi
Last recorded40,627 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW M350,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 VBV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2010
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 40,627 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 40,637 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 40,111 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 39,598 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 38,379 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 38,082 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 34,183 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 29,310 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 24,069 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 17,829 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 17,829 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 13,122 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 13,122 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 12,668 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 12,461 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 12,239 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 11,005 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 11,005 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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M3 VBV is a 2010 BMW M3 in Yellow with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 50,239 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M3 VBV, 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 16 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M3 VBV registered?

M3 VBV is a 2010 BMW M3, first registered on 25 February 2010.

Is M3 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 VBV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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