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SD59 SZY

2009 BMW M3

White Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

40,223 mi
Last recorded40,223 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD59 SZY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2024 40,223 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged All 4 tyre valves, rubber perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 39,706 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear transmission area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 38,841 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 37,895 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap seal perished slightly

Pass 28 Oct 2019 37,515 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 33,406 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 30,728 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 27,150 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 27,150 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 May 2016 26,766 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 23,270 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 22,635 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 20,209 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 14,812 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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SD59 SZY 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 SD59 SZY, 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

How do I check the history of SD59 SZY?

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What year was SD59 SZY registered?

SD59 SZY is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is SD59 SZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD59 SZY 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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