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OV10 LPX

2010 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,442 mi
Last recorded87,442 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW M350,239 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV10 LPX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 87,442 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 87,441 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 May 2025 84,712 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 81,188 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2023 76,588 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 68,716 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 63,436 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 63,436 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 61,134 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 55,249 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 47,445 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 41,045 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 14 Apr 2016 33,827 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 28,464 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2014 22,566 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 15,406 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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OV10 LPX is a 2010 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OV10 LPX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV10 LPX registered?

OV10 LPX is a 2010 BMW M3, first registered on 28 May 2010.

Is OV10 LPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV10 LPX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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