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SHB 8

2009 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

63,661 mi
Last recorded63,661 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHB 8
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 63,661 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 62,742 miles

Central Rear Misting of oil from rear differential

Pass 9 Jul 2024 61,224 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 60,056 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 58,601 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 57,963 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 57,114 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 55,166 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

rear diff leaking

Pass 9 Aug 2018 52,579 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 50,541 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 46,483 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 38,303 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 28,303 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 22,861 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 8 Jul 2013 22,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 30 Jun 2012 14,069 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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SHB 8 is a 2009 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SHB 8, 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

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What year was SHB 8 registered?

SHB 8 is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 3 June 2009.

Is SHB 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHB 8 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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