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SV09 XZB

2009 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

114,725 mi
Last recorded114,725 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV09 XZB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 114,725 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2025 110,298 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 106,219 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 106,146 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 105,656 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 103,847 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Dec 2020 103,847 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 102,120 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 83,900 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 69,707 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 68,792 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 60,556 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2014 51,714 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 35,112 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 35,112 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 21,431 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 7,171 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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SV09 XZB is a 2009 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SV09 XZB, 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 SV09 XZB registered?

SV09 XZB is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 13 April 2009.

Is SV09 XZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV09 XZB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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