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SG59 VVB

2009 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,252 mi
Last recorded33,252 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 VVB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2016 33,252 miles

engine covers / under body covers obstructing some vehicle components

Pass 2 Oct 2015 26,503 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 18,471 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 18,194 miles

Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 18,014 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 17,385 miles

rear tyres wearing low

Fail 3 Aug 2012 17,076 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

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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SG59 VVB is a 2009 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SG59 VVB, 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 SG59 VVB?

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What year was SG59 VVB registered?

SG59 VVB is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is SG59 VVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG59 VVB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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