2009 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · A1 SDM
2009 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 22/10/2009. Recorded mileage 43,579 miles. MOT valid until 22/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,579 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 4000cc
A1 SDM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
- 43,579 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for BMW M3
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
A1 SDM Mileage History
- 07/10/202141,039 mi
- 10/10/202241,141 mi+102 mi
- 09/10/202341,453 mi+312 mi
- 24/09/202442,647 mi+1,194 mi
- 14/10/202543,579 mi+932 mi
Average of roughly 632 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
A1 SDM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 BMW M3 (A1 SDM) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Common Problems: BMW M3
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rod Bearing Wear(Serious)
S54 and S65 cars are well known for rod-bearing wear, especially if oil changes have been stretched or the cars have seen regular track use. Left too long, the engine can destroy itself.
- Throttle Actuator Failure(Serious)
The V8 M3 uses electric throttle actuators that fail with age and heat, putting the car into limp mode. Many cars have already had one or both done.
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