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M300 ORJ

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

87,311 mi
Last recorded87,311 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM300 ORJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 87,311 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 87,146 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Aug 2024 85,759 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 85,378 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 84,936 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 84,934 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 83,548 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 79,475 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 78,416 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 3 Sep 2018 77,768 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 74,173 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 69,795 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 ORJ is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 M300 ORJ, 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 ORJ?

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What year was M300 ORJ registered?

M300 ORJ is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is M300 ORJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M300 ORJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M300 ORJ have outstanding finance?

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