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W21 GGG

2009 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,515 mi
Last recorded103,515 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW21 GGG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 103,515 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 99,836 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 97,020 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 94,419 miles

Under trays fitted front to rear

Fail 28 Nov 2022 94,413 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Under trays fitted front to rear

Pass 22 Nov 2021 92,620 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 90,712 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 88,746 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 83,487 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 80,992 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 78,337 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 75,934 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 66,847 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 58,817 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 49,829 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Crack in windscreen (not in drivers view of the road)

Pass 1 May 2012 49,829 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Crack in windscreen (not in drivers view of the road)

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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W21 GGG is a 2009 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W21 GGG, 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 W21 GGG registered?

W21 GGG is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is W21 GGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W21 GGG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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