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SV09 XZL

2009 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,697 mi
Last recorded86,697 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV09 XZL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 86,697 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 85,594 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 83,305 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 76,089 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 70,809 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 63,273 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 30 Jan 2020 63,271 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 58,238 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 52,468 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 49,208 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 47,677 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)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 47,555 miles

Nearside under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

both front tyres wearing outer edges

both rear tyres wearing inner edges & close to wear indicators

Fail 2 Jul 2016 47,555 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

both front tyres wearing outer edges

both rear tyres wearing inner edges & close to wear indicators

Pass 21 Jul 2015 36,790 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2014 27,836 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 25,346 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 22,730 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 19,536 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 XZL is a 2009 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SV09 XZL, 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 XZL registered?

SV09 XZL is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 11 May 2009.

Is SV09 XZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV09 XZL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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