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SW09 KXK

2009 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

83,137 mi
Last recorded83,137 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW09 KXK
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2026 83,137 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords ply exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre tread damage no cords/ply exposed at time

Offside Rear tyre tread damage no cords/ply exposed at time

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes signs of corrosion under coatings (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 82,550 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 82,060 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 77,805 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 77,181 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 75,120 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 72,871 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 66,854 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 56,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Sep 2015 56,191 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 46,432 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 46,432 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 34,751 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 21,395 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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SW09 KXK is a 2009 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SW09 KXK, 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 SW09 KXK registered?

SW09 KXK is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 25 August 2009.

Is SW09 KXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW09 KXK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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