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DS08 JXA

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,281 mi
Last recorded39,281 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 JXA
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 39,281 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 39,244 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 39,092 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 38,670 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 38,628 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/19 93Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/19 93Y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2019 36,671 miles

nsf tyre small cut in sidewall

osf wing mirror glass slightly damaged

Fail 30 Apr 2019 36,670 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

nsf tyre small cut in sidewall

osf wing mirror glass slightly damaged

Pass 1 May 2018 35,817 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 32,447 miles

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2015 29,074 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 25,577 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 22,409 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 20,664 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 19,761 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 15,172 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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DS08 JXA is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 DS08 JXA, 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 DS08 JXA registered?

DS08 JXA is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is DS08 JXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 JXA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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