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DG08 VLW

2008 BMW M3

White Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,888 mi
Last recorded74,888 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 VLW
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2025 74,888 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 74,030 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 72,605 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 70,743 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 68,935 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 67,522 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 64,567 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 62,071 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 58,189 miles

Under covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 May 2016 55,023 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 52,141 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 49,037 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 47,782 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 36,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 29,114 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 23,340 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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DG08 VLW is a 2008 BMW M3 in White with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 DG08 VLW, 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 DG08 VLW?

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What year was DG08 VLW registered?

DG08 VLW is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DG08 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 VLW shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG08 VLW have outstanding finance?

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