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M3 XVB

2009 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

71,694 mi
Last recorded71,694 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 XVB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 71,694 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 70,101 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 67,378 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 66,123 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 65,572 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 64,826 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 64,327 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 63,601 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 62,438 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 60,977 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 57,462 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 57,392 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

inspection covers fitted above and below vehicle restricting view of testable items

Pass 24 Nov 2014 43,773 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 32,587 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 19,444 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 19,444 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 3 Oct 2012 18,576 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2012 18,576 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2011 11,862 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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M3 XVB is a 2009 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 XVB, 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 M3 XVB registered?

M3 XVB is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 12 March 2009.

Is M3 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 XVB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M3 XVB have outstanding finance?

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