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DV08 XTB

2008 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

88,910 mi
Last recorded88,910 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 XTB
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 88,910 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 87,570 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 86,893 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 86,661 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 85,781 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 83,979 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Incorrect brake caliper fitted

Fail 15 Oct 2020 83,960 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Incorrect brake caliper fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2019 80,677 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 80,677 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 76,027 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 74,059 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 68,896 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 67,053 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 58,200 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 49,556 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 41,750 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 31,706 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 31,706 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 20,686 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 18,424 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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DV08 XTB is a 2008 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DV08 XTB, 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 DV08 XTB registered?

DV08 XTB is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is DV08 XTB safe to buy?

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