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LJ08 TSU

2008 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,805 mi
Last recorded78,805 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 TSU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 78,805 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 76,824 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 75,763 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 73,288 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 72,011 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Sep 2018 69,150 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2018 67,063 miles

Road wheel fixing missing ALL 4 , BOLT. (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting missing BOLT (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive Various . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 65,840 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 56,468 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 44,292 miles

Items removed from drivers view prior to test.

Pass 15 Sep 2014 36,697 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 31,125 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 31,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 28,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jul 2012 24,624 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2012 24,624 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2011 19,143 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,310 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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LJ08 TSU is a 2008 BMW M3 in Grey 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 LJ08 TSU, 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 TSU?

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What year was LJ08 TSU registered?

LJ08 TSU is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is LJ08 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 TSU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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