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KV08 VAU

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

36,456 mi
Last recorded36,456 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 VAU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 36,456 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2022 36,389 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 36,026 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 35,464 miles

both front tyres starting to get low

Pass 14 Jun 2018 35,293 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 34,999 miles

engine management light on

Fail 9 Mar 2017 34,996 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

engine management light on

Pass 14 Mar 2016 32,289 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 28,455 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 23,203 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 16,136 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 13,077 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 12,603 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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KV08 VAU is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KV08 VAU, 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 KV08 VAU?

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What year was KV08 VAU registered?

KV08 VAU is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is KV08 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 VAU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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