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CA08 XNU

2008 BMW M3

White Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,358 mi
Last recorded89,358 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 XNU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 89,358 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet handle missing (3.1 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2019 89,358 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet handle missing (3.1 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 82,957 miles

Nearside Front haed light slight condensated

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 74,290 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2017 74,610 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 66,887 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 66,887 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Wheel bolt(s) missing One on each wheel (4.2.A.1e)

registration plate character(s) likely to be misread Both (6.3.4b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 59,102 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2013 57,539 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 49,216 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 49,215 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 35,163 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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CA08 XNU is a 2008 BMW M3 in White with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CA08 XNU, 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 CA08 XNU registered?

CA08 XNU is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is CA08 XNU safe to buy?

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