2009 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · LD09 BDU
2009 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2009. Recorded mileage 136,754 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Stanmore (North London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/08/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,754 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 3999cc
LD09 BDU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2024
- 136,754 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.
LD09 BDU Mileage History
- 21/07/2022122,441 mi
- 27/07/2022122,443 mi+2 mi
- 21/07/2023130,176 mi+7,733 mi
- 12/08/2024136,754 mi+6,578 mi
Average of roughly 6,939 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
LD09 BDU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 BMW M3 (LD09 BDU) between July 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 August 2024 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.