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BD08 XNC

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

68,230 mi
Last recorded68,230 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 68,230 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 68,157 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 67,364 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 66,969 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2019 64,592 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm upper Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 31 Mar 2019 64,592 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm upper Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 28 Mar 2018 60,240 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides on legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 53,323 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 46,287 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 43,394 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 41,825 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 24,686 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 23,436 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 23,436 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2011 13,527 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 13,527 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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 XNC is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XNC, 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 XNC registered?

BD08 XNC is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is BD08 XNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 XNC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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