2009 BMW M3 3.0L Petrol · AF09 ZZD
2009 BMW M3 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 05/03/2009. Recorded mileage 128,700 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/01/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,700 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 2990cc
AF09 ZZD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/01/2025
- 128,700 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
AF09 ZZD Mileage History
- 19/11/2021105,851 mi
- 20/11/2021105,851 mi
- 03/11/2022113,419 mi+7,568 mi
- 22/11/2023127,348 mi+13,929 mi
- 14/01/2025128,700 mi+1,352 mi
Average of roughly 7,244 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AF09 ZZD 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 (AF09 ZZD) between November 2021 and January 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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.