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J88 RCR

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

113,686 mi
Last recorded113,686 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 RCR
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 113,686 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 107,375 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 103,382 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 96,730 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 93,527 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISC DRUMS VERY WORN STRIP CHECK GRABING UNEVEN WEAR POOR HAND BRAKES CABLES LINKAGE OR DISC DRUMS STRIP CHECK NOW STRONG ADVISE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

SILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES BRAKE HOSES ALLS UP RUBBERS REQ CLEAN RE PRESSURE CHECK WAX OIL GREASE NOW PREVENTIVE MAINTANACE DOES WORK

Fail 16 Mar 2022 93,526 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISC DRUMS VERY WORN STRIP CHECK GRABING UNEVEN WEAR POOR HAND BRAKES CABLES LINKAGE OR DISC DRUMS STRIP CHECK NOW STRONG ADVISE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

SILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES BRAKE HOSES ALLS UP RUBBERS REQ CLEAN RE PRESSURE CHECK WAX OIL GREASE NOW PREVENTIVE MAINTANACE DOES WORK

Pass 15 Mar 2021 87,575 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 83,009 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 79,171 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 77,868 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2017 62,665 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 56,877 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 51,019 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 10 Apr 2014 45,728 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 42,145 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 36,096 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 30,243 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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J88 RCR is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 J88 RCR, 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 J88 RCR registered?

J88 RCR is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is J88 RCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J88 RCR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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