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CA08 YPV

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,362 mi
Last recorded86,362 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 YPV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 86,362 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 84,045 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 84,045 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 72,980 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 60,405 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 55,261 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyers wear on inner edge

Pass 22 Jan 2014 48,099 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 39,713 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 29,615 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 26,655 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 26,655 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Fail 19 Jul 2011 26,413 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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 YPV is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black 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 YPV, 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 CA08 YPV registered?

CA08 YPV is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 27 July 2008.

Is CA08 YPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 YPV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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