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M31 AVS

2008 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

70,753 mi
Last recorded70,753 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM31 AVS
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 70,753 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 68,322 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 64,807 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 58,258 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 55,865 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 52,592 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 48,355 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 48,347 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 47,330 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 45,224 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 42,442 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 39,242 miles

Damage to the rear of the front bumper

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front bumper insecure

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2014 35,815 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2013 29,031 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 24,808 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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M31 AVS is a 2008 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 M31 AVS, 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 M31 AVS?

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What year was M31 AVS registered?

M31 AVS is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is M31 AVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M31 AVS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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