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DRZ 8494

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

58,356 mi
Last recorded58,356 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 8494
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2013 58,356 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s/f plastic bodymoulding split

Pass 26 Jul 2013 58,356 miles

o/s/f plastic bodymoulding split

Fail 11 Jun 2012 33,585 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S Underpanel damaged inc Heatshield for exhaust

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2012 33,585 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S Underpanel damaged inc Heatshield for exhaust

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2012 31,314 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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DRZ 8494 is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DRZ 8494, 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 DRZ 8494?

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What year was DRZ 8494 registered?

DRZ 8494 is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is DRZ 8494 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 8494 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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