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BL08 VXV

2008 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

77,710 mi
Last recorded77,710 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 VXV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 77,710 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Feb 2026 77,710 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 75,655 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 73,222 miles

under tray covers fitted time of test

Pass 18 Feb 2023 70,804 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 70,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2022 67,203 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 65,378 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 62,904 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 60,518 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 56,886 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 53,091 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 49,197 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 44,457 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 39,138 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 37,387 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 37,387 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 31,010 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 21,319 miles

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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BL08 VXV is a 2008 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BL08 VXV, 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.

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What year was BL08 VXV registered?

BL08 VXV is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is BL08 VXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL08 VXV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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