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AF08 JJZ

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

90,636 mi
Last recorded90,636 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 JJZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 90,636 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both side (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under-tray fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2022 89,883 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 88,784 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 87,232 miles

Headlight washers inop

Pass 6 Dec 2017 79,936 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 73,255 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 67,635 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 56,725 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 56,725 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 51,474 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 49,572 miles

Centre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Handbrake recording slight braking effort when released.Same both sides.

Offside Outer Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 43,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2012 43,971 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2012 41,820 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 33,476 miles

Excess oil leak from engine.

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Noise from n/s/r brake.

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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AF08 JJZ is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 56,860 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 AF08 JJZ, 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 18 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 AF08 JJZ registered?

AF08 JJZ is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is AF08 JJZ safe to buy?

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