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M300 MNR

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,573 mi
Last recorded87,573 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM300 MNR
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 87,573 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 87,021 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 86,996 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 85,242 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 81,438 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 77,106 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 75,230 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2018 75,230 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 67,559 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

engine cover and under-trays fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2016 55,842 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 55,842 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 53,275 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 52,338 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2014 46,688 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 46,688 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 42,768 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 39,128 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 31,588 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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M300 MNR is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black 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 M300 MNR, 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 M300 MNR?

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What year was M300 MNR registered?

M300 MNR is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 7 November 2008.

Is M300 MNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M300 MNR 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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