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D16 STW

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,910 mi
Last recorded36,910 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD16 STW
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2024 36,910 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 32,757 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 31,922 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 30,415 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 24,736 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 19,778 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 13,992 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 13,828 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 13,412 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2013 12,740 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 11,787 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 10,581 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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D16 STW is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D16 STW, 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 D16 STW registered?

D16 STW is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is D16 STW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D16 STW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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