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LB08 WBZ

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,140 mi
Last recorded147,140 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 WBZ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 147,140 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 142,895 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 136,235 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 132,478 miles

Fuel cap seal perished

Rear diff minor leak

Pass 2 Nov 2021 127,438 miles

Rear diff slight leak

Pass 4 Nov 2020 123,785 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 118,211 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 May 2019 118,211 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 May 2018 109,986 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 107,406 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2017 107,406 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 81,942 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 56,721 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 49,008 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 39,283 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 Dec 2012 39,282 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 24,765 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 18,138 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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LB08 WBZ 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 83.3%.

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 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 LB08 WBZ, 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 LB08 WBZ registered?

LB08 WBZ is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is LB08 WBZ safe to buy?

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