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R16 BTG

2010 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

135,486 mi
Last recorded135,486 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW M350,239 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 BTG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 135,486 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 134,704 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 131,146 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 123,392 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 116,261 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 115,403 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 106,035 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 96,795 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 90,636 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 79,221 miles

crack in windowscreen outside swept area

Fail 16 Feb 2016 79,221 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

crack in windowscreen outside swept area

Pass 4 Mar 2015 71,836 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 54,130 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 25,041 miles

front tyres low tread

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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R16 BTG is a 2010 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 R16 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 16 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 R16 BTG?

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What year was R16 BTG registered?

R16 BTG is a 2010 BMW M3, first registered on 15 April 2010.

Is R16 BTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R16 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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