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AFZ 650

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,269 mi
Last recorded102,269 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 650
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 102,269 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 101,174 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 98,371 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 95,888 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 94,376 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 90,278 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 83,061 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 79,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 May 2018 79,905 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2017 73,152 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 64,468 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 54,663 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 44,713 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 32,385 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre slight damage to outer wall

Fail 30 May 2013 32,385 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damaged to outer wall - offside front tyre

Pass 14 Mar 2012 31,496 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn on inner edges

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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AFZ 650 is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AFZ 650, 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

How do I check the history of AFZ 650?

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What year was AFZ 650 registered?

AFZ 650 is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is AFZ 650 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFZ 650 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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