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LA08 NPY

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,286 mi
Last recorded123,286 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 NPY
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 123,286 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 120,165 miles

Front Both tyre has cut/crack on edge.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Diff has rust.

Fail 24 Jun 2025 120,158 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Both tyre has cut/crack on edge.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Diff has rust.

Pass 20 Jun 2024 117,859 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2023 114,532 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 113,087 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 112,990 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 107,893 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 102,949 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 96,601 miles

Front both front tyres worn on Inner threads.

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 90,588 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 83,187 miles

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

rear brake imbalance high,(26%).

Pass 20 Jun 2016 73,333 miles

E,M,L,LIGHT ON.

Nearside Rear NAIL IN TYRE.

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON.

TYRE LIGHT ON.

Pass 24 Jul 2015 62,998 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 53,789 miles

Nearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 47,079 miles

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

Nearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 38,858 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 29,044 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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LA08 NPY is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LA08 NPY, 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 LA08 NPY registered?

LA08 NPY is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is LA08 NPY safe to buy?

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