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LJ08 VYX

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,146 mi
Last recorded54,146 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 54,146 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 45,585 miles

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

high tone horn is inop

Pass 21 Nov 2014 42,821 miles

high tone horn is inop

Pass 12 Nov 2013 38,120 miles

both front tyres started to perish

Pass 5 Nov 2012 28,595 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 25,146 miles

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Fail 30 Jun 2011 25,140 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

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 VYX is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VYX, 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 VYX?

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What year was LJ08 VYX registered?

LJ08 VYX is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is LJ08 VYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 VYX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ08 VYX have outstanding finance?

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