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S17 LRD

2010 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

82,851 mi
Last recorded82,851 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2010 BMW M350,239 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS17 LRD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 82,851 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 81,434 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 80,628 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 79,861 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 79,664 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 78,027 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 78,027 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 77,729 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 69,771 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre is worn on inner edge.

Pass 19 Aug 2017 64,168 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 57,380 miles

Engine light is on dash

Pass 12 Aug 2015 48,630 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 37,417 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 28,171 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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S17 LRD is a 2010 BMW M3 in Grey 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 S17 LRD, 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 S17 LRD registered?

S17 LRD is a 2010 BMW M3, first registered on 28 September 2010.

Is S17 LRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S17 LRD 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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