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SF10 MKV

2010 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

94,085 mi
Last recorded94,085 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW M350,239 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF10 MKV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 94,085 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 92,387 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 91,471 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 91,059 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 90,095 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2020 87,380 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 82,512 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 76,530 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 76,530 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 72,590 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 68,383 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 62,417 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 56,322 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 43,433 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 42,849 miles

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

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

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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SF10 MKV is a 2010 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SF10 MKV, 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 SF10 MKV?

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What year was SF10 MKV registered?

SF10 MKV is a 2010 BMW M3, first registered on 10 March 2010.

Is SF10 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF10 MKV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF10 MKV have outstanding finance?

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