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M88 BTG

2009 BMW M3

White Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,786 mi
Last recorded81,786 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM88 BTG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 81,786 miles

Modified for track use

Pass 21 Dec 2023 77,962 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 75,108 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 73,491 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 70,776 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 65,060 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 63,410 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 60,996 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 60,995 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 57,479 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2014 53,107 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 51,702 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 44,094 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 36,820 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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M88 BTG is a 2009 BMW M3 in White with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 M88 BTG, 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 M88 BTG registered?

M88 BTG is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 9 January 2009.

Is M88 BTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M88 BTG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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