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D3 SHX

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

103,226 mi
Last recorded103,226 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 SHX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2022 103,226 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2022 103,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fail 12 Oct 2022 103,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 101,487 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 101,438 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 100,831 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 98,444 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn

Fail 15 Mar 2017 98,444 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 89,689 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 81,268 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Jan 2015 81,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2013 70,583 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2012 61,117 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 54,784 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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D3 SHX is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 D3 SHX, 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

How do I check the history of D3 SHX?

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What year was D3 SHX registered?

D3 SHX is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is D3 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D3 SHX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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