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BD08 SSS

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,996 mi
Last recorded101,996 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 SSS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2021 101,996 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 99,389 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 82,812 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 66,023 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 63,130 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 56,167 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)

n/s/f tyre outer wall cut but not showing cord.

Pass 11 Sep 2012 47,389 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2011 35,691 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

REAR BRAKE PADS ARE WORN LOW

REAR TYRES ARE JUST LEGAL

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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BD08 SSS is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BD08 SSS, 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 BD08 SSS registered?

BD08 SSS is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is BD08 SSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 SSS shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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