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M30 MFX

2008 BMW M3

Red Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

74,744 mi
Last recorded74,744 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM30 MFX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 74,744 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 72,481 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

undertray fitted

Pass 29 May 2024 69,342 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear upper (front) arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear upper (rear) arm inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil weep from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 65,684 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 63,334 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 62,352 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 58,578 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Dec 2018 52,531 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 51,283 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 46,342 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 41,521 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 31,995 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 23,762 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 20,622 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 20,584 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear 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 17 Aug 2011 14,771 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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M30 MFX is a 2008 BMW M3 in Red with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 M30 MFX, 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

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What year was M30 MFX registered?

M30 MFX is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is M30 MFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M30 MFX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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