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BL57 VXX

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

91,280 mi
Last recorded91,280 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 VXX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 91,280 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 91,280 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2017 81,208 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 70,747 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 62,767 miles

All tyres approaching limit

Pass 5 Dec 2014 55,806 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 50,948 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 48,464 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 37,604 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 24,421 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)

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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BL57 VXX is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BL57 VXX, 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 BL57 VXX registered?

BL57 VXX is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is BL57 VXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 VXX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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