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M300 SCN

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

119,543 mi
Last recorded119,543 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 119,543 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 111,369 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 104,515 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 96,223 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Mar 2023 96,223 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 89,679 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 83,595 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 81,624 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 78,454 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 73,613 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 73,613 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 67,994 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 62,002 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 57,080 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 52,962 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 52,539 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 43,700 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 38,757 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 35,763 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 28,959 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 SCN is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SCN, 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 SCN?

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What year was M300 SCN registered?

M300 SCN is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is M300 SCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M300 SCN shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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