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D21 RAD

2008 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,991 mi
Last recorded38,991 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD21 RAD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 38,991 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 37,948 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 37,793 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 37,786 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 37,565 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 37,236 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 36,267 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 35,320 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 35,320 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 32,455 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 29,482 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 25,366 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 23,240 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jul 2012 20,685 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 20,679 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 17,991 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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D21 RAD is a 2008 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 D21 RAD, 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 D21 RAD registered?

D21 RAD is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is D21 RAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D21 RAD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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