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DK08 SLZ

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,373 mi
Last recorded91,373 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 SLZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 91,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 91,372 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 90,184 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 88,844 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 87,386 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 85,781 miles

exhaust clamp broken but still secure

Pass 24 Oct 2020 84,267 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 80,584 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 67,943 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 67,792 miles

front brake application uneven 46% imbalance (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven 32% imbalance (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 May 2017 60,932 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 55,800 miles

both front tyres scrubbing on inner edges very close to cords

Pass 10 Sep 2014 50,495 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 44,335 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 39,106 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 37,073 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 31,756 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 31,756 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)

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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DK08 SLZ is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DK08 SLZ, 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 DK08 SLZ registered?

DK08 SLZ is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DK08 SLZ safe to buy?

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