2009 BMW M3 4.0L Petrol · N44 NKS
2009 BMW M3 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 20/01/2009. Recorded mileage 42,702 miles. MOT valid until 20/04/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW M3
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,702 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 3999cc
N44 NKS Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2026
- 42,702 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: 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.
N44 NKS Mileage History
- 06/01/20128,225 mi
- 28/02/201310,139 mi+1,914 mi
- 03/07/201312,088 mi+1,949 mi
- 25/06/201414,926 mi+2,838 mi
- 25/06/201517,982 mi+3,056 mi
- 26/06/201518,001 mi+19 mi
- 30/06/201620,757 mi+2,756 mi
- 27/06/201724,291 mi+3,534 mi
- 02/05/201827,595 mi+3,304 mi
- 25/05/201928,040 mi+445 mi
- 21/03/202028,120 mi+80 mi
- 13/03/202129,407 mi+1,287 mi
- 26/03/202232,130 mi+2,723 mi
- 19/04/202335,487 mi+3,357 mi
- 23/05/202438,960 mi+3,473 mi
- 22/04/202540,595 mi+1,635 mi
- 16/04/202642,702 mi+2,107 mi
Average of roughly 2,415 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
N44 NKS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 BMW M3 (N44 NKS) between January 2012 and April 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)”.
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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