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YT09 OCJ

2009 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,056 mi
Last recorded41,056 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT09 OCJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 41,056 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on outer edge and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 38,947 miles

engine cover and under tray

Pass 22 Aug 2023 38,374 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 36,233 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 33,646 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 31,083 miles

Tyres all round have slight age related cracking

Pass 10 Sep 2019 28,785 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 26,102 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 25,759 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 23,447 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 20,801 miles

both front tyres slightly perishrd and have signs of wear on inner shoulder

Pass 18 Oct 2014 18,443 miles

Nearside rear tyre punctured.

Nearside rear tyre tread low on inner edge.

Pass 27 Sep 2013 15,525 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 8,151 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 1,559 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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YT09 OCJ is a 2009 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YT09 OCJ, 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 YT09 OCJ registered?

YT09 OCJ is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is YT09 OCJ safe to buy?

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