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M333 CYE

2008 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,604 mi
Last recorded98,604 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM333 CYE
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 98,604 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 15 Apr 2021 95,699 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 95,699 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake pad warning light on (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Brakes imbalanced across an axle front service brake imbalance 35-40% o/s/f slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction mil light on (8.2.1.2 (h))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s/r bottom rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))

low tyre light on

Pass 6 Apr 2020 86,678 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 77,826 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 68,859 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 60,392 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 57,231 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 53,026 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 48,449 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn flat on very edges

Pass 29 Oct 2012 34,264 miles

Nearside rear tyre sidewall damaged, unable to access due to evident repair

Pass 4 Nov 2011 28,693 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 19,645 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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M333 CYE is a 2008 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 M333 CYE, 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 M333 CYE registered?

M333 CYE is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is M333 CYE safe to buy?

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