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LJ08 OXR

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,027 mi
Last recorded71,027 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 OXR
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 71,027 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 60,862 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Oct 2015 60,862 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 50,911 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 49,658 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 44,011 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 36,781 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 31,030 miles

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

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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LJ08 OXR is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LJ08 OXR, 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 LJ08 OXR?

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What year was LJ08 OXR registered?

LJ08 OXR is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is LJ08 OXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 OXR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ08 OXR have outstanding finance?

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